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Acton Free Press

Location

Acton, Ontario, Canada

Date

Jul 12, 1967

Page

3

Georgetown Council Moves to Expand New Brigade and Road Plans

The Georgetown council outlined plans to form a nucleus brigade, tag unnamed Glen Williams streets, and order signs at intersections. Mul Jen Lane and the extension of Haines Crescent to Tweddle Street were approved, with Bennett Place defined as the right of way into Bennett subdivision. The by law allows a further 27000 for roads in 1967 while paying 38000 in road accounts was instructed. A 60000 capital expenditure for Georgetown district high school board improvements was approved. The clerk was to sign United Gas Ltd. extension on Cobble Hill in Acton. Compensation of 425.00 to J. J. Atkinson and 5.00 to A. N. Stark for sheep destroyed by dogs, and 7.00 to James Ruddell for one fox destroyed, were ordered. Reeve George Leslie presided with Deputy Reeve G Currie and councillors Hill and Goodlet in attendance.

Glen Williams Mullen Haines Crescent Tweddle St Back St Fairnes Crescent Bennett Subdivision Bennett Place United Gas Ltd Cobble Hill Acton J. J. Atkinson A. N. Stark James Ruddell George Leslie G Currie Thomas Hill James Goodlet

P.P. Patrol Reports 7,504 Miles With 54 Occurrences

Patrol details show 7,504 miles logged with 54 occurrences including 33 traffic warnings and 42 vehicles checked. The period recorded thefts in Norval and Esquesing, two liquor control Act charges, two premises found insecure at night, damage to property at Heavy Equipment School Nassagawega, and two missing juveniles from Metro Toronto located in Campbellville and returned home.

Norval Streetsville Esquesing Heavy Equipment Nassagawega Metro Toronto Campbellville

Permits Down in Township In Industrial Construction

In Nassaga, a total of 1 085 400 dollars in building permits had been issued by June 1966. Notable approvals include a 750 000 dollar Mohawk Raceway expansion and a 28 000 dollar service station project.

Une Industrial Construction Nassaga Mohawk Raceway

Obituary of Isaac Sauve a Glen Robertson bridge builder

Isaac Sauve 74, a Glen Robertson resident and noted bridge builder, died March 23 at home from a heart attack after an active life in contracting with Ontario Bridge Co. and his firm Isaac Sauve & Sons. Survived by wife Cecile Lalonde, four sons Raymond Maurice and Arthur Ernest, two daughters Therese and Marguerite, 22 grandchildren, seven sisters. Solemn mass at St Martin of Tours Glen Robertson with Rev. Lussier and Rev. Leduc. He was prominent in local affairs and contributed to many Ontario bridges.

Glen Robertson Isaac Sauve Wee Sae Saave Isaac Saave Bridget Hughes Ontario Bridge Company

Silverwood Receives 6.98 Inches Rain This Period

Rainfall in Silverwood totaled 6.98 inches this month as William R. Norton attended the annual Norton reunion on July 1 at Harris on Park in Owen Sound. Visitors included Mr. H. Whitfield, Miss L. Whitfield of London, and Mrs. M. Treanor of Streetsville visiting Mr. and Mrs. H. Scott.

Harry Scott William R. Norton Norton Harrison Park Owen Sound Silverwood H. Whitfield L. Whitfield London M. Treanor Streetsville H. Scott

Acton Chemist Heads North on Arctic Trip

Acton chemist John Griefeneder, head of Beardmore and Co., departed Monday night on a government sponsored Arctic mission to Inuvik in Canada. He will investigate the economy and related scientific matters during the journey.

John Griefeneder Beardmore and Co Inuvik

Fergus Petes star shines in high school lacrosse era

Fergus teams ride high as lacrosse gains momentum with televised games. Jim Paterson scores three goals for the Petes in a big Saturday win while John Roberts and John Spicer also play for Fergus senior squads. Attendance reported between five and six thousand as professional lacrosse talks reemerge.

Fergus Hugh Templin Fergus News Record

NEW APPROACH to farm accidents or a unique individual

The passage ponders individuality and suggests that every farmer is unique, proposing a new approach to farm accidents. It emphasizes personal distinction and the potential for novel methods. The tone is reflective and exploratory, inviting consideration of individual perspectives in safety.

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Acton Free Press Letters on Taxes Vandalism and Ross Lake

Readers critique Halton tax increases and school funding while warning about vandalism as a broader social issue. Letters cite George Kerr and Ted MacDonald and discuss housing, budgets, and provincial grants. A follow up from Joe Ross outlines Rosslake swim area regulations and offers free public use with limited activities and a public notice.

Halton County George Kerr Globe and Maul Burlington Halton Mr. Kerr Kerr Robarts Ted MacDonald N.D.P Halton West Ponderossa Acton Free Press Joe Ross

Acton Free Press July 12 1967 item brief

The Acton Free Press for Wednesday July 12 1967 reports local news from Acton including community events and notices. readable fragment highlights civic posts, upcoming meetings, and short notices affecting residents.

Acton Free Press

Fall agenda for Parliament and royal visit reflections

The speech outlines a late session wind down with spending estimates for ten departments to be concluded and fall legislation focusing on Criminal Code amendments, bankruptcy, divorce and birth control. Health hearings on abortion are expected, drug cost recommendations may reshape laws, and the royal visit's warmth boosted centennial celebrations for Canadians.

House of Commons Committee On Health and Welfare Prince Philip

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