Acton Free Press notes local moves and events
The village sees property changes with Mr. Malcolm Leitch buying his uncle Wesley Leitch’s Third Line farm and a clearing sale planned. New arrivals include the Bard family from Milton Heights, while Jim Isley recovers from a work accident in Guelph. Community notices cover church meetings, women's institute talks, 4H Club plans, and prize euchre results.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Malcolm Leitch
Wesley Leitch
Wes Leitch
Jim Isley
Guelph
Bard
Milton Heights
Fitzner
Stan Fuller
Erin
T. Fines
Melville Russell
Fines
Arnold Besse
Ross Ferguson
Russell Smith
Barry Bruce
Western University
London
Garnet Bruce
Toronto
Milton school board weighs added rooms and insurance changes
The Milton board discussed adding two more rooms to the proposed addition, noted Dr. Frank Oakes on past school projects, and reviewed new Education workshop grants. They approved higher school insurance, with Billy Middleton authorized to sign forms and report contents costs.
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Frank Oakes
Robert Little School
Oakville
Billy Middleton
Bishop
Mr. Middleton
Harold Denny
M. Z. Bennett
Colin MacColl
Middleton
Father Morgan
St. John Ambulance Brigade
Carol Wharton
Kitchener
Acton
Milton
Ottawa
O.P.P
Hamilton
Orval Chapman
Cyril_ Bi
Bill Benson
Vic Bristow
Murray Smith
Librarians Prep Library Before Opening Hours
Mrs. van der Kooy began this week as librarians put in extra hours to organize books. Missing items from the prior week arrived, including children's hassocks, drapes, and the check-in desk. With no subscriptions yet, board members and staff filled new magazine racks with current issues from McCalls Needlework, Harper's Bazaar, and Readers Digest.
Serve in Costume at Centennial Tea By IOD E Chapter
The Duke of Devonshire Chapter I O D E held its March meeting at Mrs. Neil Bowles Mill Stone on Tuesday March 7 with new regent Mrs. E Lidken presiding. Reports were read and business discussed. A fruit cake prepared by Mrs. Young will raise funds for the new public library. A tea is planned for Mrs. W J Beatty on June 17 with members serving in centennial costume. An Irish party with contests followed offering Irish stew and hot biscuits.
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Henry Sayers
Acton
Ward Bruce
Ward
Bruce
Herbison
G. Sunter
N. McKenzie
V. Stewart
G. Langoe
Bruce Sr
Brian Robertson
Mohawk College of Applied Arts and Technology
Hamilton
D. G. Robertson
Petit Jury
Supreme Court
Guelph
Mary
Marion Theaker
Toronto
Harold Theaker
Euchre
S. Matthews
James Leitch
Dan Winter
George Jackson
John Reid
Women’s Institute
Women’s Institute, Attended By Nine Members and Two Visitors. ‘Mrs. Reid
Canada
H. R. Howard
Reid
Doris Fines
Stan Fuller
Bannockburn Institute
C. Storey
G. Sinter
H. Theaker
T. Fines
Ig¢ Young
R.ellis
R. Sinclair
Elis
Duke of Devonshire
I.O D.E
Neil Bowles
Mill-Ston
E. Lidken
World Affairs
W. J. Beatty
Beatty
Newton
Daughters of Knox Meet on Indian Theme Study
The Daughters of Knox met in Miss Ellen Anderson room on Monday March 6. President Mrs Betty Ashley led the business session and planned a Trinity United church service on Sunday March 19. Rene Watson led worship on Easter themes with Matthew 28:1-10 16-20 read.
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Jesus
Daughters of Knox
Ellen Anderson
Betty Ashley
Trinity United Church
Rene Watson
Tok
David Watson
Pedestrian Signals and Ancient Transit Insights
A quirky note links Shakespeare and ancient Greeks to travel wisdom. It cites Julius Caesar advising patience at cross streets and mentions Greek forecasts of America westward from Spain en route to India, highlighting historical viewpoints on exploration.
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America
Spain
India
Woodside school history copies boost local library holdings
Easter seal returns are starting to arrive as Rotary club volunteers support the town. The missing blue centennial flag now flies again above town offices while Easter displays catch shoppers’ eyes. High school students send Easter exams and a half mast honors Governor General Vanier after his death. Local photos of Daisy Forster Isobel Anderson and others move to Robert Little school hall as Acton plans centennial features.
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Daisy Forster
Isobel Anderson
Robert Little School
M. Z. Bennett
Nurses union certified for Halton County Health Unit
The Nurses Association of Halton County Health Unit was recognized as the bargaining agent for all graduate and registered nurses employed by the County of Halton Health Unit, excluding the supervisor of nurses and higher staff. The order, dated March 6, 1967, was reported by county clerk Garfield Brown in Toronto.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Garfield Brown
Labor Relations Board
Toronto
Nurses Association of
Acton Community Credit Union elects officers for 1967
Following their annual meeting the Acton Community Credit Union Limited board elected officers for 1967. Charles Blake was reappointed president, John Last became vice-president, Brendan Aherne and Bob Bruce assumed posts, with Bob Drinkwalter not seeking reelection. The board also named committee members including Jack Denny and Paddy Dick.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Acton Community Credit Union Limited
Charles Blake
John Last
Bob Drinkwalter
Brendan Aherne
Jack Denny
Paddy” Dick
Acton Community Credit: Union Limited
Your Doctor Warns: Early Reporting Helps Cancer Fight
Only your own doctor can diagnose and treat cancer. Report unusual symptoms early to aid diagnosis. Health is precious. protect it by seeing a doctor for a complete medical checkup.
Credit Valley Authority plans education program
Credit Valley Conservation Authority outlines an education drive to foster valley residents appreciation and conserve for future generations. The plan includes school direct programs through principals, scout and guide outreach, five educational seminars for CVCA members, and brochures at municipal offices with Meadowvale contact details.
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Credit Valley Authority Plans
Frank Webb
Credit Valley Conservation Authority
Credit River Valley
Ars
CVCA
Credit Valley
Meadowvale
Semesan Dust-Disinfectant Widely Praised by Farmers
The agreement details a dust disinfectant called semesan, a hydroxymerucholorophenol compound touted to kill 500 known seedborne diseases. Farmers are urged to adopt the trade name semesan for practical use and discussion.
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