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Newspaper

Acton Free Press

Location

Acton, Ontario, Canada

Date

Feb 22, 1962

Page

9

Reservoir and watermain tenders for cost cutting plan

Council ordered engineer Ken Hyde to present water extension plans to the Water Resources Commission with cast iron pipe, aiming to cut costs. Tenders from James Holliday Construction and James Kemp Construction were reviewed, with proposals to reduce contingency funding and fencing, seeking net costs near 105000 while a 450000 total project was authorized.

Ken Hyde R. V. Anderson, and Associates Water Resources Commission OWRC Ontario Municipal Board James Holliday Construction Limited James Kemp Construction Limited Mr. Hyde Holliday Kemp Omar Municipal Board

Stage Set for School Operetta Two Night Cast List

The MoZ Bennett pupil operetta draws a large cast for two nights with Wednesday and Thursday showings. The page lists many students by name and grade for both performances, including helpers and dancers, with a total cost cited for the production.

Moz Bennett O Kerry Daning Robert Latte Vung Pat Rathaland Park Oman Nora Bevery Baie Rose Macy Peter Mactingett Jimmie Wart Patrick Male Witch Lynda Reiners Peter Wartingell Golden Primess Jo Mane Maret

Call Tenders on School To Serve Area Retarded

Plans detail a new school facility to serve Milton Aaron Georgetient Nasaaga wekaEsquesing Townships. The project includes a near seven thousand square foot wing, a front facade, and a service shed near a TA by WO foot. Construction aims for a summer completion with a March opening and space for future expansion.

Everal James Conmeall Milton Ohairawn Pinkting Committee Hornby Milton Aaron Georgetient Nasaaga Weka Shelving

Tuberculosis Testing Sheds Light on Active Cases in Hatton County

A health survey in Hatton County tested 370 high school students and 287 residents, finding no active tuberculosis cases in the county schools and only a limited number with non active or unclear results. The Provincial Health Department and Hatton County Tuberculosis Association led the effort, with six confirmed cases among those tested outside the county.

Res Hatton County Ras Hattows Oliver Heath Crese Ahpeo Couns Addivien

Oakville Leads County Assessment

Oakville tops county assessment with 98 170 378 dollars share of county expenditures. Burlington second at 88 632 817 dollars, Georgetown 14 252 300, Milton 7 059 512, Esquesing 6 682 756, Acton 5 582 112, and Nassauaga with 2 272 645 dollars.

County Council New Oakville Burlington Georgetown Milton Esquesing Acton Nassagaweva

High School Presents Julius Caesar in Full Scale Show

The school auditorium hosted a full length rendition of Julius Caesar arranged by the student council. Students and the public attended as drama studies continue with interest in Shakespeare, featuring performances attributed to Marion Brando Deborah Kerr James Mason John Gleigud and Greer Gerson.

Ife Marion Brando Deborah Kerr James Mason John Gleigud Greer Gerson

Curator Begins At Kelso Museum

Donald Groh started as curator of the Halton County Museum at Kelso after appointment by the museum board. Renovations to the barn were discussed and a May opening was hoped. A chimney for heat was to be installed and a colonial kitchen could be developed on the power level. The first contribution, curtains over 125 years old, was received. Budget proposed for the board is 12 000.

Kelso Donald Groh Halton County Museum Groh Doon Museum Halton County Museum Board County Council Herb Merry Merry

Council Accepts Grinnell Tender For Sprinkler System

Grinnell Co. tendered for a dry type sprinkler system at the Community Centre and arena was accepted with a total cost of 7400 including taxes. Down payment 1400 and four-year payments of 152.50 monthly. Insurance premium estimate 1889 annually. System to meet Canadian Underwriters Association specs and may link to hall via Bell Telephone.

Grinnell Co Arena Acton Works Department Thompson Motors (Acton) Ltd G.M.C Grinnell and Co Canadian Underwriters’ Association Hughes Fine Hall Bell Johnstone Automate Sprinkler Co C. Perkins Perkins

Firefighters Honor Pledge Pay $200 to Mayor in Drive

Firefighters at Acton presented a $200 cheque to Mayor Gov during a venison dinner at the Ile Community Centre. The event, attended by past chief Jack Newton and others, celebrated the $60,000 community centre fundraiser with hopes of reaching $16,000 still outstanding.

Acton Ile John H. Gay Jack Newton Walliam Chishulins Mavor Gov Don Ryder Free Press Mick Holmes Highters Isy

Surprise 75th Birthday for William K Graham in Acton

A birthday gathering Sunday celebrated William K Graham's 75th at his Knox Avenue home Acton. Attendees included family from Toronto and local residents such as Jack Graham Pek Graham Hasden Bill Benson and several Force Oakes Kirkness Beatty and McKenzie relations with cards and lunch arranged by Jack and wife. Jean Graham McLennan unable to attend from California.

Scureudanny F&k Knox Avenue Gilbert Stephen William K. Graham Wee Wess Graham Pek Graham Bill Bensow Graham Jack Bill Benson Hasden Bank of Nova Scotia Toronto E S. Force H. R. Force A.J. Buchanan F.G Oakes W G. O. Oakes Mirs Charles Kirkness W. J. Beatty William Benson A. H. McKenzie Madge Chapman

Shortill Sheet Metal to Relocate Plant and Expand

Shortill Sheet Metal plans a move from Churchill Road North to a larger section of the Acton F Press plant. Walls are being demolished in a about 5 00 square foot area to clear space for the new facility. Owner Harry Shortill says the existing Churchill Road building will not be used and the move aims to speed production with a bigger work area. Present staff include Syd Spears, Richard Shortill, Reg French and Bud Kentner.

Acton F Press Shortill Adwet Metal Churchil Road Harry Short Churchill Road North Free Press Dim McGladney Mr. Shortil Mr Short Syd Spears Richard Shortill Reg French Bud Kentoer

Elevator Approved by County For Administration Justice Building

County Tuesday approved installing an elevator in the new administration justice building at a cost of 31,066 dollars. The decision followed prior debates by the property committee and County Council about accessibility, with concerns about doors and a front entrance still noted.

County Council Reeve JF Hargrave Stawnr Herb Merry

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