School Levy Impasse Stirs North Halton Board
Cal Brown leads meeting at Mimltem High to discuss 1951 tax levy based on incomplete equalized assessment. Esquesing and Georgetown oppose the shift. Acton Nassagaweya Milton and Nassagaweya seek an agreement with rebates and future adjustments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cal. Brown
North Halton High Brhaol
Miltem High School
Kaquesing
Esquesing
Reeve Currie
Fiquesing
Wm Coon
Acton
Amethor
Faquesing
Mr Coon
Brown
McGillvray
Georgetown
Nassagaweya
Reeve K. Y Dick
Milton
Esquestra
Board of Arbitration
Exquesing
Bell
Georgetown Council
25th Anniversary Church Union Marked at W A Tea
The Women's Association of the Acton United Church held a Silver Anniversary Tea marking the church union. Rev Avison chaired the event and introduced the program with solos by Miss Randall and Master Sherlock Athi, piano duet by Miss Lampart and Mr G Eliott, and choir selections. Tea and anniversary cake were served. Mrs J Moore cut the cake.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Women's Association
Acton United Church
Church Union
How Avison
Mre Randall
Sherlock Athi
Miss Lampart
Blaan
Mr G Eliott
Wan
FO Thetford
Biss
Youth Hurt By Scoop During Sewer Work In Acton
Kenneth Timber, 10, of Milton, was admitted to Guelph General Hospital after a scoop shovel struck his left forearm causing a cut tendon and lacerations while Spartan Contracting Co worked on sewer installation in Acton. He received first aid and was reported to be walking and in satisfactory condition the next day.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kenneth Timber
Milton
Guelph General Hospital
Spartan Contracting Co
Acton
Andrew Molozzi Receives Engineering Physics Honors
Andrew Molozzi aged 17, son of Mr. and Mrs. Molozzi of Acton, earned honours in Engineering Physics during his first year at the University of Toronto. He is among the youngest in his class, celebrating his 17th birthday last January, marking him as a standout from his district. The piece also notes Canada’s Indian Scout Troops and Wolf Cub Packs across multiple towns and regions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Andrew Molozzi
Acton
University of Toronto
Andy
Canada
Eskasoni
Bestival Indian School
Marieva I Indian School
Guy Indian School
Sturgeon Landing
Sask
Aklavik
Northwest
Territorian
Lytton
Whitehorse
Carcross
British Columbia
Fort Vermilion
Alberta
Highway No. 25 To Be Surfaced Tenders Called
The Ontario Department of Highways invites tenders for 10.7 miles of hot mix pavement on Highway 25 from Milton to Acton. Bids due Monday June 3. Completion would cap years of promises across political lines as work widens, grades, culverts, and prepares for a final hard top surface.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Milton
Acton
Department of Highways
Hamilton
Miltor
No. 10
June Meeting Reported by Knox WM S Hostess Mrs J Janvy
The June meeting of the WM S was held at the home of Mrs J Janvy with Mrs Ho Mainprise presiding. The scripture was led by Mrs McCherton and Mrs Mulalan and read responsively by members. Mrs Mow spoke on summer recreation camps and Mrs Mainprize reported on the Council meeting to Calgary 1049. Mrs Howen sang two delightful songs. Lunch was served by the Home Helpers. Mrs MS Device offered her home for the July meeting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
WMS
Mra J. Jany
Mis Ho Mainprise
Re. McCherton
Mra Mulalan
Mis Mow
Mra Mainprize
Calgary
Howen
MS. Device
Bantams Meet Brampton Saturday In Acton Clash
Acton's Bantam baseball entry in Marion County faced Milton last weekend, dropping 14 to 10 after leading late. Officials praise the youngsters' play and predict a smart club as they plan to host Brampton on Saturday with no admission charge or silver collection to cover expenses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Acton
Marion County Baseball Association
Milton
Jaca
Brampton
Estimate Called On New School At Board Meeting
Chairman Oakes presided at the regular board meeting of the Band School where Mra Bell’s absence leaves Grade 3 taught by Mixa Shirley Williams next year. Requisition for KP Books approved and highway area signs to be erected. council to provide cost estimate from architects and Mr Skuce. Accounts paid including Symon Hardware Imperial Oil Bell Telephone and more. NHWSD board to receive 22048 for May plant operation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oakes
Mackenzie
Mra Bell
Mixa Shirley Wiliams
McKenzie
Department of Highways
Creighton
Skuce
Symon Hardware
Imperial Oil
Bell Telephone Co
E Tyler
Parry
Leishman
Marales Dairy
West
J B Mackenzie
C Anderson Co
Public Utilities Commissar
Globe and Mail Aan
W. Anderson
Laing’s Dairy Aziz
Local Nine Row In Week's Games With More Losses
Acton lost again as John Mowat pitched eight innings and Fergus leered with seven hits. Finkbeiner homered and Fergus benefited from Acton fielding errors in a rough Saturday game that ended 22 to 10 with Fergus winning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gan Acton
Ahbeir Kane
Acton Cuts
John Mowat
Finkbeiner
Amaah
Acton
van Vietertas
Marens
Roory
Tan
George Leeder
Fergus
Actons
Clu
Acton Om
Erin Township Road and Bridge Repairs Discussed
Erin Township Council on June 15 discussed road and bridge repairs across the township with recommendations to be carried out soon. Albert Wheeler and Harold Griffin were each paid 500 for vehicle use. The reeve and deputy reeve were authorized to procure a memorial plaque for soldiers who died in World Wars. Erin Fire Brigade received 50 each for three calls. Accounts were paid for General Sheep Nef Road Repairs Gravel Contract and other items totaling several amounts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Erin Township
Albert Wheeler
Harold Griffin
Erin Fire Brigade
Death of Very Rev A C Stewart Former Moderator Dies
Very Rev AC Stewart former moderator of the Presbyterian Church in Canada and longtime minister of Know Church Acton died suddenly at a hospital during the General Assembly trip. He was 72 or 73. He previously served at Grafton Mort ington Chalmers Toronto and Midland. He led Scout activities in Acton and helped build the choir room and organ. Funeral services were held at Knox Church Midland with graveside rites at Fairview Cemetery. He leaves wife Margaret Campbell McDonald daughters Katharine Moses and Grace and son William MacDonald Stewart. The community mourns a beloved clergyman and friend.
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A . Stewart
Know
Acton
Stewart
General Assembly
Presbyterian Church
Presbyterian Church In
Canada
Grafton
Mortington
Chalmers Church
Toronto
Midland
AC Stewart
Citien
Mr. Stewart
Margaret Campbell McDonald
KM Moses
Katharine
Grace
William MacDonald Stewart
Pembroke
Knox Church
Fairview
Stewert
Row. Armstrong
James Jack
Stayner
C. J. Bentley
Thornbury
Barrie Presbytery
Alea Mann
John Moore
A. M. McPherron
R. N. Brown
H. L. Ritchie
H Mainprize
Lakeside Chapter Plans Bazaar at Regular Meeting
The Lakeside Chapter 10 D E held its regular monthly meeting on June 1 in the Legion Rooms with Regent Mrs Hagel Orr presiding. A letter from the Commemoration Service Committee urged attendance at the June service and parade. The treasurer’s report was reviewed, debts approved, a $25 donation to the Legion Ladies Auxiliary authorized, and a picnic planned for month end in the Park. Den ise Coles played two piano solos. The Welfare Committee will aid a needy family, and a fall tea bake sale plus bazaar planning were set. Lunch followed. A Bible phrase noted: Dont fear responsibility for 40 years Moses was a shepherd.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lakeside
Legion Rooms
Hagel Orr
Commemoration Service Committee
Vna
Park
Town Hall
Airs Mary Bradley
Julie Lesniewich
Legion Ladies Auxiliary
Denise Coles
Welfare Committee
Fire Truck Restricted Brigade Meets Council
The Township of Fianuss mein Rockwood holds a council meeting on June 1 noting a consolidated mill rate of 3.27, up 0.44 due to education costs. Grants and contracts were approved for gravel supply, equipment hire, a plowing match, and highway signage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fianuss
Mein Rockwood
Gray
Henry Holman
Trever
Dept of Highwava Ajalalee
Frama
Seme
Rockwent
Traveling Case and Corsage Presented at Woman's Association Meeting
The Women's Association of the United Church met at Mrs Velthoes home with Mis Jo Wilderapin presiding. Officers announced plans for the Silver Anniversary Tea and noted progress on parsonage work for Rev Currey. Mrs Pickering received a traveling case and Mrs Jennings a small remembrance. members wished Mrs Pickering well as she leaves the church. Lunch followed, served by Mrs Velthuis and assistants.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Womans Association of the United Church
As HR Velthoes
Mis Jo Wilderapin
Sailver
Currey
Pickering
Misa E Hawthorne
FE Jennings
F Cleave
Mra Veldhuis
Jo Bell
M. Walker
Mra J. Nalston
Rachlin awarded damages for false arrest in court
A county court jury awarded Benjamin Rachlin of Acton damages 1 and costs totaling 1 75 for false arrest of a clothing merchant. The suit against Provincial Constable Raymond Schisler of Georgetown followed a magisterial court hearing after Rachlin was held overnight last October 25 for speeding and obstructing police. charges later dismissed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Benjamin DB. Rachlin
Acton
Raymond Schisler
Georgetown
Rachlin
Langdons
Schisler
Sewer Construction Hit Main Thoroughfares
Sewer work expands through the town core with machines along the highway and center. Seud lines advancing on Young Street and Queen Street Wellington to Third Line. Peel Street to Acton Boulevard planned. Mill Street segments from Railway crossing to Young Street Frederick to Fellows and Main Street to Elgin underway.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Young Street
Queen Street
Wellington
Peel Street
Acton Boulevard
Mill Street
Frederick Street
Fellows Street
Main Street
Elgin Street
Elgin
Hallway
Church
MI Street
Summer Community Events and Garden Parties
Lakeside Chapter LODE hosts a picnic in Acton Park on Wednesday June 78 at 6 30 pm. A garden party is planned at Calvin Evans farm Ospringe on June 21 with Jessie McGregor Concert Company keeping July 6 open for a Monster Garden Party at Hormmby Ball Park. Limehouse Presbyterian Church holds Anniversary Services on Sunday June 18 with Dr. Ross of Woodbridge as guest speaker. Garden Party at Acton Park on Monday June 19 at 8 30 pm by John Rockwood troupe under Knox Church Choir. Admission Adults 80c and school children 25c.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lakeside
Acton Park
Calvin Evans
Ospringe
Jessie McGregor
Limehouse Presbyterian
Churen Lee
Ross
Woodbridge
John Rockwood
Hid
Knox Church Choir
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W.A
K. Turbers
J. Janvy
Knox Wms
Bantams
Grampion
Bles
Keon Church
Canacds
Montreal
Fairview Cemetery
Erin Council
Bk. of
Nova Scotia
Bk. of Montreal
Rotary
Beardmore Co. Ltd
Baxter Laboratories
Women's Institute
Roy's Taxi
D. Rachlin
Duke of Devonshire
A.C. Stewart
D.E
Moses
FO Dawkins
Ted Hak
Anderson
Aio
Ie Town Hopply the Necessary Hand Was Purchased From Mr and Mra
FO Brarda
Enginerr
Mol St
Ben Rachlin
Hormmby Ball Park
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