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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Jun 16, 1966
Page
2
The Public School Board approved ending annual promotion lists provoking outrage over removing a public record of student progress. The piece argues the move erodes competitive reality in a democratic free enterprise system, fearing loss of motivation and future readiness amid changes from marks to letter grades.
The article discusses adding Canadian flags to Acton streets for Decoration Day, with hopes to cover more light standards and maintain Union Jacks and other ensigns. It also analyzes a proposed fixed Easter holiday for Ontario schools, shifting to end of March and extending the school year to compensate, aiming for stability and fewer mid term disruptions.
A reflective column argues teen behavior is well known and misunderstood by adults. It contrasts youth desires for freedom, voting, drinking, and nonconformity with a society built for adults. The piece recalls generational shifts and urges understanding over sensationalism.
The Commons notes progress on many measures. The Electoral Boundaries Commission report favors Nassagawega joining Halton Wentworth and Burling ton. Health measures include a Health Resources Fund of 500 million over 15 years, the Canada Assistance Plan, and a Medicare Bill with portability doctor services public administration and universal coverage as core principles.
Queen's Park Report discusses water pollution and Ontario leadership in pollution control. The OWRC cites 346 projects in 205 municipalities costing 137.5 million, notes prosecutions under strong provincial act, and highlights Stelco's new facility to recapture harmful chemicals. Emphasis on cooperation across provinces, future plant upgrades, and research to reduce algae growth from phosphates.
Long-Time Friends Art Benton and Ford Rogers shared a greeting at the Halton County assessor meeting held in Acton last week. Rogers, Halton County’s assessor, announced plans to retire soon.
Entries by Robert Kerr of Acton at the Aurora Horse Show drew outstanding success on Saturday. The issue notes a fatal road crash near Hornby, labor unrest commentary, and a district annual gathering in Burlington with Acton members among the institute group. It also covers National Clothing Collection week and church and Red Cross service acknowledgments.
The monthly Board of Education meeting was held Monday with John R. Kennedy as chairman and members N Forbes C C Speight and John Kearney in attendance. Teachers listed include W H Stewart principal $1200 Miss Pearl Baker $875 Miss Minnie Bennett $700 Miss Ina White $550 Miss Mary Black $525 and Miss Daisy Folster $525.
Fifty years ago the Free Press reports Councillor Anderson's saw mill awaits the season but stalls due to a late electric motor. Beardmore tannery hay disease hits draft horses. one dies. Local tennis on church lawn pleases youth. new wire backstops praised. Guelph daylight saving splits households. Elgin Street water pool threatens health. Pte Bill Alger writes from the front about trench conditions. Canadian Press Association meets at Toronto Technical School, noted for its machine shop and educational impact.
Notes from June 18 1891 report the laying of the corner stone at Victoria College Queen's Park Toronto. mention the street sprinkler failures and a Punch and Judy show that locals rejected. Also recounts Peter McIsaac's accident breaking his right arm and labor shortages at Burlington stringing seamen. Mentions Dominion Day plans and political currents. Includes ads for fabrics and a new shipment of Charlies Deai es Sateens and Zephyrs.
A compact notice listing worship times and sermon themes for Presbyterian Church in Canada Knox Acton Trinity United Church Acton Baptist Church and associated ministries. Includes June 19 1966 and June 26 11 am Holy Communion note plus text from Hebrews 12 2.
Local church notices list services for Beth El Christian Reform and Evangel Pentecostal Tabernacle in Acton Ontario. Activities include English and Dutch services, Sunday School, morning worship, evangelist meetings, and Bible study times. Trinity Holy Eucharist and church school times are shown for June 19, 1996.
Sunday School at 9.45 am and Morning Service at 11.00 am. Evening Service at 7.00 pm. Wednesday prayer meeting at 8 pm. Actun 853 1956 Georgetown 877 6666.
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