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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Jan 26, 1961
Page
7
Obituaries for Amos B Shoe maker of Acton and Phoebe Ann McNabb formerly of Acton list funeral details and survivors. Real estate and business for sale include a brick bungalow with 45 piece bath and a wartime housing estate home. Listings describe acreage, down payment options, stock values, and mortgage terms with assorted prices and features.
Batters made from batters rather than doughs mix faster because they have less liquid. Batters rise once and skip kneading and shaping. When doubled in bulk the batter appears moist with small surface bubbles and a slightly rounded top.
The Acton Agricultural Society gathered at Mrs. Ralph Denny’s home on a Wednesday afternoon January 18. Mrs. Win Thompson chaired and minutes and financial reports were presented. New officers were elected with Mrs. Wilfred Waldie as president and other posts filled. delegates were chosen for a Toronto convention. A chimney fire at Mrs. Albert Brooks’ home caused smoke but was contained by Acton firefighters. Wedding wishes were sent to Mr. and Mrs. John McDonald on their upcoming celebration.
Funeral service for Phoebe Ann Tivingstone McNabb widow of Dugald Jones was held at Ramsey Shoemakge funeral home. She died at 97 in a Hensall nursing home after two years there. Born in Creemore in 1863 to Archie McNabb and Margaret Smith she lived in Acton and later Goodesrich. Once organist at the Methodist church over 60 years ago. Survived by sons Archie of Grosse Pointe Mich and James of Highland Park Michigan, both here for the funeral, plus brother Neil McNabb of Acton and sister Mrs Rachel Beatty of Hamilton.
Twenty five teachers from grades seven to ten met at the Acton district to discuss integrating the program. Principal F E A Hansen and inspector W L McNeill led the session, reviewing curriculum, geography, grammar, and mathematics and noting problems faced by graduating pupils.
At the Halton Farm Safety Council annual meeting in Milton 1961 fire prevention was set as a main program. Chairman J H Taylor urged farms to install fire extinguishers noting a five pound unit suits most farms and costs 30 to 35 dollars. Extinguishers should be checked at least twice yearly to ensure full charge.
The text warns that open holes and mineshafts are dangers to children and animals. It urges filling or properly covering holes to prevent injuries or fatalities, noting many accidents go unreported but remain harmful.
Students from Robert Little School and others tour the Free Press during Newspaper Week in Limehouse Memorial Hall and express thanks for the visit. They praise the large machines, rolling paper, and staff kindness, sending letters of appreciation to the Free Press staff.
Bannockburn WR held its monthly meeting at Bannockburn School. Twelve members answered roll call as Mrs. S Morrison and Mrs. S Matthews were named Club Leaders for the 40 Girls Club. February plan set to raise monthly euchre price from 35 to 50 cents to align with local games.
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