Fire hall repairs and town notes in Acton July 9 1962
The Acton Free Press reports on local projects including repairs to the fire hall and township infrastructure. Pavement work begins on Willow Street, a new post office wall rises, and a fence around the municipal building on Cemetery Hill is underway. The Guelph Imperial Tobacco plant plans doubled production next year, and Centennial events unfold at the Ontario Veterinary College. Nearby, a fire hall door condition, digester lid repairs, and railway freight activity are noted amid community events and awards.
Summer holidayers gather for reunions and travel notes
Mrs mikes and children of the ronta spent last week with Harold Barber and family. Visitors include Mrs Ellison Mckissek of Greenville NC, Mrs Howard of Niagara Falls, Mrs Jones of Florida, Mrs Boyson of Texas, Miss Mildred and Pansy Reamsbottom of Toronto. Brenda Langille stays with the Wrights at Lorne Park. Mills visited Gravenhurst Bracebridge. Newton Ruddells attended Hardy reunion at Stanley Park. King reunion at Thornbury included Bert Benton and cousins Audrey and Jeanette King. Kirkpatrick visited Calvin McDonald at Elwood. Inglis enjoyed a motor trip to Lake Placid via camping. WMS met at Bert Benton’s home. scripture read, Miriam story told, solos by Janie Bouskill and Bert Benton. Refreshments served. Congratulations to Mr and Mrs John Byers on the arrival of a son. Mrs Findlay hospitalized in Georgetown. Gare Don Flanagans moved to Brampton. welcomed Mr and Mrs Gee Mo Harrington.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. A. Foster
Reams
Bottom
Ellison Mckissek
Greenville
N. Carol
Howard
Niagara Js
Jones
Florida
Boyson
Texas
Mildred and
Pansy Reamsbottom
Toronto
Newton Ruddells
Hardy
Stanley Park
Bert Benton
Audrey and
Jeanette King
Bellwood
King
Thornbury
Kirkpatrick
Calvin McDonald's
Eimwood
All Inglis
Lake Placid
W.M.S
Mitchell
Sanford
Crichton
Samford
Miriam
Janie Bo
Georgetown
Garedon Flanagans
Brampton
Gee Mo Harrington
Flanagan
Hailstorm Ravages Apple Crop Near Carmmbthalle and Barlingtan
A freak hailstorm last Thursday damaged apple crops and grain across scattered parts of Hal dan. Large hail the size of golf balls struck orchards near Carmmbthalle and Barlingtan, causing considerable losses for local growers including Samy Hermers. Crop quotes: apples at $1, grain uncertain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Haldan
Samy Hermers
Barlingtan
Treasure Hunt Highlight Of U C Picnic At Manse
IBENEZER Treasure Hunt highlighted U C picnic at Manse Ebenezer on the grounds in July. Mrs Mo Hayward conducted the service and Mrs G Thomas Sh read the lesson. Eden Mills and Arkell ladies attended and all enjoyed fellowship. Sports conveners were Mrs M Moffat and Mr Henry with novel events and a treasure hunt drawing laughs. About 75 sat down to supper on the lawn. Refreshment committee included Mrs H Price and Mrs W Dunbar. Rev Dadcok was thanked for using the spacious lawn. Mrs Diltz of Guelph spoke at Ebenezer Church July 15th with an inspiring message and visiting attendees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ebenezer U.C.W
Mo Hayward
G. Thomas Sh
John
John Kitching Fasorad
Aosulu
Eden Mills
Arkell
M. Moffat
Henry
H. Price
W. Dunbar
Guelph
Ebenezer Church
Dike
Ontario Hydro plan for quarry expansion and electrified line
A large crushed stone project at the site will be developed with all equipment running on electricity. Ontario Hydro will install a 27 000 volt line to serve the operation, requiring the removal of CN telegraph wires and road realignment. Site discussion included Gardiner Regan Moore with officials like Willred Bird Wilfred Leslie and K C Lindsay among others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tran
Ontario Hydro
United Suburban
Gardiner
Ok Regan
John Moore
Willred Bird
Jesve George Leslie
Wilfred Leslie
Water Linham
K. C. Lindsay
William Hulls
Reac
Bill Townsend
Broken Shoulder Incident on Side Road West of Guelph
Mrs Joyee D Vescelits of Acton sustained a broken shoulder when her car skidded off 20 Side road west of the Guelph line. The vehicle incurred $800 in damage per North Halton OLP.P. Rain is needed for the farms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joyee D. Vescelits
Acton
Guelph
North Halton
Open House for Anniversary Of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Tansley
Open house celebrated the 453rd wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Tansley. Relatives and friends visited on Sunday July 8, with greetings, bouquets, and decorations in the dining room. Local residents shared updates about travels, visits, and community happenings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mrs
Albert Tansley
Albert Tanskey
Dorne Duffield
Batties
Ro Tavian
Winter
Wo McMullan
Also Mentioned on This Page
Acton Free Preas
Lawis
Bart Bain
Sean
Willow St
Charlie Mason
Imperial Tobacco Ltd
Halton
Hornby
Cemetery Hill
Tmakers
A. H. McKenzie
Malar
Mie
Tarek
Bip
Melton Legion
Firgmen
Hun Tan
Jett
the Townsley
Sonny Townsley
Ontario Veterinary College
Dlc
Maplesden
Sec
Ust
Brenda Langille
Wright
Lorne Park
Mrs. Mills
Gravenhurst and
Bracebridge
Sprig Gaan
Bill Vandity
Carmmbthalle
Smung TM
Do Baers
Barton Cement
G. W. Goldstraw Rlal Estate Broker
Campbsliie UL
Robert R. Hamilton
Ol Person
Pollock and Campbell
Water St
North
GALT
The
United Church
Mis
Khim Gibson
Johnny Kirhwood
Dolly Vaylyn
Suzanne Stevenson
Roseford Terrace
Vicky Taylor
Mill St
Ibenezer
U.C
Manse
Philco Stereo
MX - TV
Philco
Grant
Orville Rd
F. L. Wright
Wilbur St. N
Farns
Robiitson
Sterner
Sindha
Mer
Reg Canter
Lainils
Gorden Aitkenste
Pappinea Lake Mioo
Lloyd Hallock
Russell Gardier
Alvin McCutcheon
Im. Scksen
Kebete Hopp
Te Tair
Procertal Rhear
Gail Pitt
Meimbor
Finda McKenzie
Anan
Swati Mb Basan
Dongford
King Sheale
Sthenork
Barnes
Mis KO Klooster
Rion
Commercial Union Assurance Company Limited
Edgar Force
Our Meat Dept
Canada Packers
Jartins
Heinz Products
Heinz Sweet
Brita! Biscuits
Hneiders
Quantin
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