Acton Council Cuts Tax Rate Amid Repairs and Shelters Plan
Action Council lowers the tax rate to 46 mills after adjustments. The meeting covered street repairs, tobacco licenses due by June 30 1988, and funding for park bathing shelters with community contributions from the Duke of Devonshire Chapter and others. A new park supervisor was appointed and arrangements for cemetery entrance discussed.
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Acton
A. Mason
Jones
J. A. Chapman
McCutcheon
Ernest Harrop
John A. Locker
W. J. Reid
Ashe
Insurance Company
Department of Public Works
Council
Cosa
Duke of Devonshire
L.O.D.E
James Robertson
Lakeside
Woman's Institute
Souneil
Chapman
Georgetown .Lamber Company
Mrr
James Robertann
Geo. R. Gomerville
Tyler
Symon
Gerviore
R. Brown
Acton Welfare Board
Last Hat Out Window Delays Mummy Ded Reunion
A Keen Observer notes a delay as the last hat is removed from the window, signaling a prolonged wait for Mummy Ded. The line hints at a playful scene and awaiting disappearance of a childish obstacle.
Three Fingers Amputated in Tannery Machine Accident
George Ingles, night shift worker at Beardmore Plant hare, lost three fingers of his left hand when the German roller machine crushed them. The injury was severe but parts were removed and he is healing as expected.
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Beardmore Plant
Hare
George Ingles
Ingles
Acton YMCA elects officers amid tighter finances
Acton Y M C A board opened the year with new officers led by President W B Rumsey and Honorary Presidents R H Elliott and D A MacRae who resigns to become honorary president. D A MacRae departs Uxbridge after years of service.
Horse Stolen From Farm In Esquesing
A mare from the Ernest Miller farm in Esquesing was reported missing after Tuesday night last week. Police investigated without clues as the ten year old animal remains unrecovered and the search proved fruitless.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ernest Miller
Teis
Mares
Cate
Century Celebration at Churchill Church Draws Many Friends
Churchill marks its centennial with Sunday and Monday services. The Hill Church rebuilt interiors and exteriors and will debut electric lighting. Limited historical booklets recounting the church's century of worship will be available for collectors and parishioners alike.
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Hill Church
Churchill
Jonly
Anglican Men's Service Held at S James Church Fergus
A Men's Service was held on Saturday June 12 at St James Church Fergus under the Wellington Deanery Laymen Association. A large Acton delegation led the choir and several clergy attended. Dr James Simpson of Hamilton gave the address using the text In quietness and strength, urging steadiness in faith amid changing times and critiquing the era of "Gimme" in society.
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James Church
Pergus
Wellington
Acton
James Bimpson
Hamilton
A@impson
Varied Program at the Knox W M S Meeting
The June Knox Women's Missionary Society meeting was hosted by Mrs. Donald Waldie. President Mrs Blow led proceedings with scripture read by Mrs Waliie and a prayer by Mrs Mainprize. Mrs Davidson reported from the Provincial Supply Department and Mrs McDougal shared a Korean missionary story titled Orchards that Bore Fruit. A duet by Mrs Bennie and Mrs Reid delighted attendees and a light lunch closed the pleasant afternoon.
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Knox Women's Missionary Society
Donald Waldie
Blow
Waliie
Mainprize
Davidson
Principal MacRae Resigns for Uxbridge High School
Acton School Board met in special session to accept the resignation of Principal D A MacRae who has been appointed Principal of the High School at Uxbridge. The board will advertise for a successor with similar qualifications and planned to meet June 20 to review applications.
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Acton
D. A. MacRae
Uxbridge
MacRae
School Pupils Radio Program Well Received
Acton pupils entertained at a Toronto studio with a CFRB master of ceremonies and several choirs and duets winning first place in the County Music Festival. Nearly a hundred children traveled safely with school board co operation, marking radio broadcasting as a memorable first experience for many.
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Acton
CPRR
Tuaranto
Acholara
Mian
T. F. Hunt
Junior Farmers Grain Club Discuss Pastures at Acton
Dr O McConkey of the Ontario Agricultural College Guelph spoke to the Junior Farmers Grain Club in the Council Chamber on Thursday evening about pasture rotation to combat shortages. He recommended timothy in alfalfa, a drought resistant Western variety named Drome, and discussed electric fencing rotation and mineral deficiency. Acton Agricultural Boiery sponsored the meeting with Elwood Johnston guiding the business session and J E Whitglock introducing the speaker.
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O. McConkey
Department of Field Husbandry
O.A.C
Guelph
Acton Agricultural Boeiery
Elwood Johnston
Menara
Raid and McNabb
Gegrgstown
J. EB. Whitglock
Milton
Milton Scout Mothers Visit Acton Scout Mothers
The Milton Scout Mothers Auxiliary met at Mrs. J. van Gooren's home. New Milton Auditary members were welcomed by President Mrs. R. P. Watson. Margaret Somerville played a piano number and Mrs. Veldhuis performed a song. Plans were made for the cub piente on June 27 and the group pledged $10 to the Camp Fund. A social lunch followed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scout Mothers’ Auxiliary
Acton Observes Magna Carta Week with Parade and Talks
Magna Carta Week spreads through Acton with school study church sermons and decorations. A grand Sunday parade from Fellows Street to the Park features the Lorne Scots Regiment and band with clergy and officials attending an afternoon service and address by Rev. Brooks.
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Acton
Legion
Mi Street
E. Harrop
J. M. McDonald
Misa M. Z. Bennett
Acton Public School
W. K. F. Kendrick
Toronto Normal Schools
Kendrick Saia
Mr. Kendick
Canada
Berty
Mr. Kendrick
Lorne Scots
Peel, Dufferin, Halton
G. M Fitzgerald
Grangeville
Stewart
McDonald
Escaped Prisoner Reward Proclaimed in County
County authorities offer a reward for the capture of the escaped prisoner as officials report ongoing discussions about county council reforms and funding for local fairs and roads. The record notes the Halton County Council meeting in Milton with actions on agricultural grants and educational resolutions.
Rockalong Institute Wins Prizes at District Meeting
The June Rockalong Institute meeting at Mrs Dennis home in Rockalong, chaired by President Mrs McNabb, welcomes new members. Guest speaker Mr Harris of Rockwood spoke on horticulture. Doris Watson won whole wheat muffins and William McNabb won for Convener's report.
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Rockalong Institute
Mra. J. Dennis
Wm. McNabb
Harris
Everton
Doris Watson
Committed for Trial on Manslaughter Charge
Peter Opechaney appeared in Police Court Acton amid a fatal March crash that killed George Frederick and Herbert Lamminan near Galt. Crown and defense declined comment as evidence from multiple witnesses was read. He was remanded to Milton for trial with bail set at 65,000 and will face Justice Godfrey in Pall Assizes.
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George Frederick
Peter Opechaney
Acton
George Prederick
Herbert Lamminan
Oshawa
Galt
Louis Hymam
Opochaney
W. I. Dick
Crown
Evidere
J. A. McNiven
E. J. Nelson
R. Johnson
Guelph
Ethel West
W. N. Brownrigge
Esquecing
Seibert
Quelph
Community Announcements and Local Celebrations
June events across churches and halls include Limehouse United Church anniversary on June 26, a Barn Dance at R L Davidson’s barn on June 22 with Hull’s Orchestra, and a Churchill Centenary reunion on June 19. Bloomsbury reunion on July 1 promises lively program and socializing. posters have details. Mrs Gowdy’s pupils recital at United Church School Room June 21 at eight. Baptist Ladies Aid Tea and Home baked sale June 18 3 to 6 pm. Anniversary services at Boston Church June 19 with Rev J R Watts Kingston preaching 1 and 7 pm. Garden Party Tuesday evening with Rosa Creighton and Canadian Mountaineers.
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Ladies’ Aid of the Baptist Church
Boston
J. R. Watts
Kingston
Rosa Creighton
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