Halton election chaos hints at shift to minority rule
The Halton vote revealed inexperience among officials with 12,000 new voters and 252 polling stations. The editorial notes possible Conservative victory by Sandy Best amid likely recounts, while predicting a future minority government under Diefenbaker and urging efficient, nonpartisan election administration.
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Halton
Canada
Sandy Best
Diefenbaker
Mackenzie King
Quebec
Social Credit
N.D P
N.D.P
Safer Holiday Trip Across US Canada Highways
The July 1 4 holiday period brings mass travel as Americans and Canadians share routes. In 1961 July to September 586 Canadians were killed on highways and 13 242 injured in 43 102 reportable accidents. Drivers should slow to posted limits, use care, courtesy and common sense as speed alone endangers lives.
Good Old Days News From Free Press 1942
June 29 1942 Free Press notes camp travel for George Agnew W G Co Kenney and James Smith in the 20d Regimen Band. Allan Smith buried waist-deep in a well cave in at Robert Watson’s Fourth Line farm. four hours rescue with planks preventing tragedy. Theatres require guardians for under 16s. Georgetown bowls over Acton. Acton vows victory. Board of Education reengages teachers with raised salaries. Inspector Deacon urges rapid reengagement amid teacher shortage. Strawberries first crop picked as frost matters loom and rain is needed.
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The
Free Press
George Agnew
W. G. Co. Kenney
James Smith
Camp Niagara
Owen Sound
Allan Smith
Lake Ave
Robert Watson
Mr. Watson
Mr. Smith
Georgetown
Acton
Board of Education
B. Rowena Humphries
Minix
Bennett
Minnie R. ‘Holmes
Ruby Clark
Florenc Holmes
Vida Foss
Elma Robertson
Deacon
War year council acts on curfew and beer hours
In 1942 Bannockburn W I members vote to petition Liquor Board for earlier closing of beer parlors citing factory efficiency. Chief Harrop to enforce curfew. youths restricted after 9 pm with 11 pm on weekends. Juveniles and parents receive counsel after school break in case. Friendly Circle hosts picnic amid chilly weather. bingo raises funds for War Services League with strong turnout and many games.
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Pride Press
Thurdtey
Bannockburn W.1
Wal Combing Corporation
Beardmore and Co
Council BP
Liquor Board
Harrop
Council
McDonald
Milton
J. J. Stewart
Friendly Circle
Lois Dawkins
Mabel ‘Harris
Shirley Kentner
Mary McKenzie
Beatrice ‘Bailey
Ethel Pridham
War Services League
Loot robbery sparks arrest in Brampton district
In Brampton district a group fled with 20 dollars in silver from a snack bar after a pistol demand. One suspect was identified in a lineup and charged with armed robbery by police.
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Brampton
Oakville
Westcel Products Ltd
Toronto
C.N.R
Union Repairs Views on By law In Town Acton
Letter from M Le Blanc representing the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers states the union had no evidence to challenge a by law under Section 9 of Labour Relations Act. It notes Weyachan town council passes by law affecting town employees strike risk but aims for peaceful union recognition and contract negotiations in Acton.
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Labour Refarians
Untion
Labour Relatons Board
Avion
Sour
Weyachan
Stoke Alam
Acton
I M. le Blanc
International Brotherhood of Elmerical Workers
Habit at the DMV Causes Posture and Mirthful Confusion
A long time driver’s license clerk is reassigned to the marriage license desk. He struggles to break the habit of asking if a license is for business or pleasure. The scene catches coworkers flustered couples leaving his station red faced before a supervisor intervenes. The piece humorously notes the clash of duty and habit.
Pandemonium in a Busy Month of School and Home
A reflective piece chronicles chaotic weeks at school with students and teachers bonding amid exams and pride, then shifts to domestic life as a new Smileys home purchase triggers battles over decor. The narrator recalls teaching challenges, student milestones, and a strained but hopeful bond between adults and youth.
Pot Luck Supper For Y's Monettes
Y's Men’s Monettes held a pot luck supper at Mrs. G. W. Enzie’s home on Monday. Highlight was colored slides by Mrs. Wm. Wilson showing camping through Technetide and Virginia to Washington. Plans discussed for the Y’s Men’s family picnic and a social event followed.
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Menenes
Knox Choir Picnic At Elliott Farm Near Arthur
Knox church choir and families and former members visited the Norman Elliott farm near Arthur for an annual picnic. A picnic supper followed under the trees. Some played baseball while others strolled the grounds. At dusk the group gathered in the Elliott home to hear Mr. Elliott, a former choir soloist, again sing.
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Knox Choir
Arthur
Knox Church
Norman Elliott
Elliott
Farm Tour Treat For Girl Guides
The Girl Guide hike last Saturday gave several guides their first farm visit. Led by Nes, Joe Hurst, and Mrs. Tom Watson, they toured the Perry farm where two baby lambs were bottle fed and dozens of chicks observed. Lunch included lemonade and tea for leaders.
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Nes
Joe Hurst
Tom Watson
Russ Perry
Did You Know Facts From Ontario Safety Bulletin
Hal Wright, safety specialist with the Ontario Department of Agriculture, urges studying fire safety facts to reduce slipping and spinning on snow and ice. He notes drivers lose traction and power, with icy conditions greatly extending stopping and turning distances.
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Hal Wright
Ontario Department of Agriculture
Professional Listings for Acton Ontario Residents
Local notices list physicians dentists and lawyers in Acton and Guelph Ontario. Includes contact numbers and office hours for A J Buchanan C F Leatherland A Braida and David W Gohn with addresses on Mill Street Frederick Street Paisley Street and Willow Street. Bus schedules show coach departures from Acton with eastbound and westbound times and Stratford connections.
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Acton
Paisley St. Guelph
Ontario
Guelph
David W. Gohn
D.C
Mill St. EB
Willow St
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Paa Petit
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C.W.N.A
England
Commonwealth
United States
Post Office Department
Ottawa
G. A. Dills
David R. Dills
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Hugh
Tady
Smileys
Professional Directory and
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OR. H. Leib
Corner Mill
Frederick Streets
OR. A. J. Buchanan Dental Surgeon
Mill Street
C. F. Leatherland
C. Notary
Bruce E. Shoemaker
Mgr
E. L. Buchner
R.D
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Waterlon
Robert D. Buckner
Wellington St
Oune
Gray Coach Lines
Canadian National Railways
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Stratford
F. L. Wright
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