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Newspaper

Acton Free Press

Location

Acton, Ontario, Canada

Date

Jan 17, 1957

Page

4

Inaugural Ar fan Public Utility Commission Meeting Summary

The Ar fan Public Utility Commission held its inaugural meeting with J. Stewart named chairman and R. Everdell as vice chairman. Minutes show meter readings discussed, a $4841 write off noted, and plans to improve access and accuracy of future readings. The group debated meter disputes at Kelley’s home and approved related readings and next steps toward work on the hydromechanics and utility agreements.

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Miss Denise Coles Honored at Showers

Bride Denise Coles receives multiple showers at Gouelph and Camprbellville events. Attendees include Mrs Wilfred Coles Mrs George Gib boon and Mrs Nora Papillon. Guests bring gifts such as a lamp, china creak and saucer set, and a carafe as the wedding party plans multiple celebrations.

Denise Coles Colin Mactail Wilfred Coles George Gibboon Ben Laughlin Mertens Pebble Mony Coles Mra Laughlin Gouelph Prieta Mra MacColl

Legion News Officers Installed for 1857 by Comrade Musselle

At the January 1a meeting Comrade George Musselle installed officers for 1857 including President Patrick View, first vice president Th Beets, secretary G Metuteheat, and others. A special 8 pm meeting January 1 IRD will install new members and inquiries to Bob Angell or James Hierins for forms. The report notes Jack Drysdale’s improving health and promotes Saturday night dances to boost Legion camaraderie.

George Musselle View Patrick Beets George Raghavedsen Seatame VW Wolds G Metuteheat Padi Renay Jones Pepps Fund Ao Trwans Oh Teen Max Stares Woods I Lindsay Uber Sports Clark Ary Timbers Bob Angell James Hierins Hutch Jack Drysdale Opin Actonsy Legion

Card Party Fete At School Sponsored By Womens Institute

The Women's Institute organized a card party at the school in the evening. Attendance reached about forty. Prize went to Mrs. Quuss Astman Wight. Scorers included Mrs. Osrey, Mrs. Robertson and Elgin Osrey. Refreshments of sandwiches cake and coffee were provided by the committee. Numerous Sunday visitors joined Mrs. Jackson and others for social time. Local residents and families were noted in attendance and visitors from nearby towns were listed. Minor hockey teams play Thursday and Friday. parents and friends welcome to attend matches.

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Resignation and Budget Notes From Malvin Grant Era

A garbled 1987 report references Malvin Grant, a resignation, and plans tied to a department and budget. It mentions the Department of Snagliw eye fos Dalastee, Beerts Mutual Wire, and building costs around 4 000 with references to Per RUSTE and Cham Valley Cunarigation Authority. Deputy Heeve Fo Mentan appears as a representative.

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Community Euchre Event At NS UNG PF School

Committees led by Mrs Anos Mathies and Mrs John Blacklock hosted a progressive euchre at NS UNG PF School. Prizes went to notable players including Mrs Stuart Cramp Mrs Gordon McPhail Walter Ferrer and Donald Ferrier, with numerous couples assisting.

Sto Johnna Anglican Mars Durotan Mitten Soba Wilson Culary Beaty Wolbice King June Anos Mathies John Blacklock Truce Small William Picket Campbell Agnew NS Ung PF School Stuart Cramp Gordon McPhail Walter Ferrer Donald Ferrier Tom Mitchell Donalds Ferrier Gordon McPhael SS Nob Catherithe Curie Matehell Walter Foren Donald Small Gordon McPhoal

Acton Team Falls to Brampton in Badminton Match

Brampton defeated Acton two games to box last week in a badminton clash. Readable players include Mrs Jack Carpenter Mrs Lily Nolan Miss Ann Daintith Mrs Bob Hrayshaw George Williams Garnet Myles Jack Carpenter Sid Eisen and Doug Daintuth.

Brampton Agton Acton Jack Carpenter Lily Nolan Ann Daintith Bob Hrayshaw George Williams Garnet Myles Sid Eisen Doug Daintuth

Awards Banquet Highlights at Fair Board Meeting

About 60 board members attended the Churchill church banquet hosted by the Fair Board. Mr Amith CHfi chaired the head table and speeches praised agricultural service, with trophies awarded to James Alther and Alan Dowra for outstanding work. The evening featured lectures by Mr GB Klbiott and reflections on agriculture’s progress and future.

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Community Health Meeting Amid Cold Weather

Despite the severe cold, Silver Wont youth group attended a county health unit event at Mes Merchington’s home. Mrs Norton led the program with current events by Miss Corbell, and Mrs Jamieson discussed the county health unit’s role in aiding community health issues and preventing disease. A health unit team including a dental hygienist described services. notes mention participants and a post meeting luncheon. Ken Watkin improves in Toronto hospital after a new treatment.

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Rotary Meeting Covers Four to Milton Anniversary

At a notray elup meeting in the Dominion Motel the group planned sending four members to Milton for MT ton Rotors club's 10th anniversary. A Fun Fair label held in the springs was discussed.

Notray Elup Dominion Motel Milton Mtton Rotors Club Fun Baar Springs

Open Word Used in Scripture and Local Recitals

Fragmented lines describe a religious gathering, names, and a keynote word open used in scripture. The report mentions Miss Ivens, president Mrs Sughley, and several local figures around a Thursday event. The text is garbled but indicates a communal meeting with devotional discussion and teaching moments.

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