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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Jul 15, 1954
Page
4
A fire at the Lutheran Summer Camp in Eden Mills destroyed a hut where Peter Kruse of Toronto slept and burned his feet as he raised the alarm. The Rockwood Fire Department stopped the blaze from spreading to surrounding bush and camp belongings.
Montreal interview with Mrs Emly M Hickey, new director of the Girls' Cottage School at St Bruno, discusses early warning signals of delinquency. She lists excessive daydreaming, disinterest in activities, and behavioral issues as signs, urging parents to stay engaged and assertive to guide children away from trouble.
J. W. Burton of Ottawa in charge of conservation management for the Department of Northern Affairs and National Resources reports reindeer in the Aklavik area have wintered well as he travels to the far north.
Ernest Root addressed Ospringe W I July meeting with 121 members and six visitors present. He spoke on the Wellington County Historical Society as a Canadian historic place. Doris Fines summarized highlights from the Canadian Association of Consumers Bulletin.
Mrs Sukhnandan an Indian missionary spoke at the Christian Women's Fellowship meeting in the Church of Christ on Monday afternoon. Visitors included Mr and Mrs W G McKeon of Berlin New Hampshire staying three weeks with relatives. Additionally several locals and guests were listed among weekend activities and visits across families in Guelph Toronto and Milton.
Nassaga township council held a meeting to consider tax arrears. A resolution instructed the tax collector to notify ratepayers of arrears and proceed by seizure or court action if not paid by August 15. General accounts were approved and local dog destruction or damages addressed.
Mission Circle held a sacred song service with Beth McEnery Vera Warne Elizabeth Gibson leading. Duets by F J Short Bill Earnie McEnery Stanley Sin clair and others performed. Beth McEnvury and guests joined in holidaying with David and Sharon Blacklock of Galt. Property changes include Matthews selling to Barnes of Toronto and Dan Campbell selling to Acton resident. Lilacs To, The Ws met with agriculture reports and a tree contest. several families, including McEnerys and Cortons, spent weekends visiting or holidaying in various locales.
A local meeting at Miss Ivens's home featured vice president Mrs Roughley in charge with readings and prayers. Visitors Shelbourne and Mrs W Norrie of Toronto called, plus progress updates on Mrs John Scott's cataract operation and other local comings and goings.
Peter Kruse a 15 year old counselor at Daher Summer Camp Eden Mills escaped from a flaming cabin before the blaze fully developed. He suffered minor burns to his feet while others were away. No alarm sounded as the fire enveloped the structure and surrounding bush. Camp staff ensured all boys remained safe.
A long list of families and relatives from Acton Toronto Ottawa Hillsburgh Erin and North Bay spent days and weekends visiting kin and friends. Notable gatherings include the Grundy and Struthers households and a Christian Women Fellowship meeting at Everton church with guest speaker Dr Sukhnandan of Mungel India.
The Rockwood Lawn Bowling Club hosted its first district tournament on Monday night with entries from Galt Guelph Actor Millon Rockwood Mr Clough and Mr Gordon of the Guelph club took first prize with three wins. Second place went to Mr Spencer and Mr Laake of Super Pack Galt with two wins and a plus one. Usd place to Rev x and Mr Saunders of Rockchet with two wins plus four. Visitors were welcomed by president George Wingate and tournament in charge of Rey Dte and George Day.
Prof and Mrs Sim were celebrated at Halton County Folk School reunion for three years of leadership in rural programs. Willan Hune presented a hand crafted scroll by Clifford Wailer. Sim will join Ottawa as chief of liaison for the citizenship branch in immigrant adult education. Visitors included S. C. Dutta of Delhi and others from the international social workers conference in Toronto.
The Grace Mission Band held a Monday afternoon meeting in the church school room with Sandra Turner presiding. Donna Mitchell read the Bible lesson and Betty Coulter offered the opening prayer. Betty Lou Turner was toasted with a birthday song.
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