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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Jun 01, 1961
Page
11
The Acton Free Press reports last night's rain slowed outdoor activities while grade six to nine students across the district prepare for standardized tests this week. Other notes include window treatments at Watson's Dairy Bar, spring fashion glimpses, and park duties by Roy Arnott.
Acton Board of Parks Management held a special meeting to discuss guaranteeing Acton Agricultural Society use of park facilities for the annual Fall Fair and fair poultry exhibits. A preliminary by law was discussed with final draft to follow, after Mayor Gay sought clarification. Consent was given to allow horse drawn vehicles on the race track from November 1 to May with motor traffic curtailed, samples of picnic tables planned, and a Sunday service charge of 50 cents per table to fund more tables.
The Acton Scottish Dance Club teen group joined Elaine Cole on CKCO TV to promote Acton Park Community Night on June 24. Proceeds support Acton’s share for a new school for Retarded Children at Hornby. Participants included June and Joyce Rennick Sally Wilson Christine Foyer Laurence Duby Bob Fovers Bill Henry Peter Taylor Vicky Newton and Robert Myers. Bert Rennick and Fred Wright drove the group to Kitchener.
The council reviews six proposed street names after Robert Little School students submitted about 35 options to the principal. The list moves to the town office before final council decision.
The Y's Men members held their annual ladies night at the Parkview Motel in Guelph. McKenzie and Mrs McKenzie celebrated their 21st birthday with about 25 Y's Men and wives in attendance. Bill Wilson crafted and decorated the red white and blue cake, with Wilson serving as president. Guests included former and charter members Mr and Mrs Charles Kirkness Mr and Mrs William Benson and Mr and Mrs Charles Leatherland. Finesmaster Honest Ed Footste led a humorous session chaired by Bill Wilson. Music by Harry Arcie accompanied dancing and various country dances with prizes awarded.
Campbellville hosts WI annual gathering. local baseball teams begin play. Well wishes for Bert Stokes recovering in Peel Memorial Hospital after a fall. Wedding of Sandra ONeil and George Gracey in Guelph. Community members attend Halton County WI 60th annual convention in Georgetown. Local births noted, school principal James Watson welcomed with family celebrations. Residents share updates on visits, sales, and coaching activities in Campbellville and surrounding areas.
Superior Glove Works now operates under Julian Zajne and Frank Geng of Acton. The business remains on Main Street North with three staff, while former owner Bert Mowat, longtime glove maker, sold due to illness. Midgets lost 8 7 at Georgetown. Bantams won 4 0 at Streetsville.
The Rev frye Udder preached at Koos Presbyterian church urging an end to racial barriers in Africa and the church. Attending were Rev ASH Mikensle and Dwight Pagel among others while he critiqued missionary exploitation and called for unity across African communities.
Travel gifts discussed as Y's Menettes gathered at Mrs. C. Ragnvalds home on Monday afternoon. Bowling scores noted with Mrs. Kali Masales and Mrs. G. W. McKenzie leading. Devotions led by Mrs. W. Dubois and Mrs. Ragovathon. Plans outlined for Milton 10 and a Glenspey Paris fashion show in June. Gifts prepared for boat party and upcoming tour.
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