Personal Notes From Acton Visitors and Local Socials
A compendium of local visits and health updates in Acton and surrounding towns. Names include Mr. and Mrs J M Frank, Mr and Mrs F Anderson, Mr Norman Wilds, Mrs J Ferguson and family, Mrs ALT Brown hospitalized in Hamilton, Mrs J V Krapek, Mr and Mrs G Cunningham, Norma Cunningham, Dianne Newton, and others visiting relatives in Wingham Milton Toronto and Levack. Health notes mention Mrs Luxton recovering from a fall and hospital care for Albert Invin.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Out of Town
Pointe
Acton Homes
Mis
Alt. Brown
Hamilton
Brown
Albert Invin
Halton Centennial
Toronto General Hospital
Milton
G. Cunningham
Norma Cunningham
Andy Roman
J. Newton
Lakeshore Teachers’ College
Dianne Newton
A Dills
Clare Prosser
Levack
Ontario
W. G. Luxton
Fergus Public School
Groves Memorial Community Hospital
Leslie Ballentine
Nassagaweya Woman's Institute Discusses Health Program
The February Nassagaweya Women's Institute meeting at Mrs. Earl Ward's home featured M. Mahon chairing, talks by Miss Harty on Halton County Health Unit efforts in schools, including immunization, dental and eye exams, TB clinics, and mental health visits. Life saving tips were shared by Mrs. C. Gibson, stressing water safety and non swimmer aid.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nassagaweya Women's Institute
Earl Ward
M. Mahon
A. Frank
M. Moffat
J. Richardson
J Henry
W. Fraser
B. Young
H. Price
Miss Harty
Young
Miss Haris
Halton County
C. Gibson
Junior Firemen To Aid Adults
Two Hatton fire departments plan to form a Junior Fire Department for all age groups to promote fire prevention. Originator Dan Crooks of Hamilton Fire Department outlined the program to adult members and TV station promotion, with registration announced at the local fire hall. The plan includes indentification papers for children and each department to operate a junior unit, with a banquet planned for Mitton in April.
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Hamilton
Jocal Cire Chef Wall
Andy
JFC
Reginn
Hatton
Wwn
Alva
Hatton Pine Prenton
Acton
Dan Crooks
Hamilton Fire Department
Crooks
TPO Wea
Silver Anniversary Noted At Family Reception
Mr and Mrs Harlan Wilson celebrated their silver wedding anniversary with family and friends at an informal reception hosted by their daughter Mia and son in law Harry Lawson on Wednesday and Saturday at the couple’s home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harlan Wilson
Mia
Harry Lawson
Crown Threatens Prosecution Over Court House Door Issue
Halton Crown attorney P K McWilliams warned the Halton County Council that charges could result under the Egress from Public Buildings Act after a letter criticizing courthouse access and facilities. The council debated the implications, noting numerous building inadequacies and delaying further action while the letter was sent back.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Halton
P. K. McWilliams
Halton County
McWilliams
Court House
Grand Jury
Oakville
Fred Tilley
Council
Ceamweil
Knox Group Holds Pot Luck Supper at Daughters March Meet
The Daughters of Knox Group met March 6 in the Know church for a potluck supper hosted by president Mrs W Spielvogel. Plans for a Cattodil Tea and baking sale on April 23 were set. The Christian Education group prayer and hymns were part of the worship.
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Knox Group
Thes Daughters
Know
Airs. W. Spielvogel
Thelma Jordan
Acton Teams Lose In Four Town Hockey Tournament
Acton teams failed to win in a Georgetown hosted tournament with Iron Milton Fergus and Georgetown entries. Georgetown Legion hosted a dinner for the players after their morning games. The event drew good attendance and a hot meal for the young players.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Acton
Georgetown
Jce
Legion
Iron Milton
Georgetowst
Fergus
Wbtl
Georgetown Legion
Coroner's Jury Recommends Warning Sign on Seventh Dane GP R
A coroner's jury inquiring Tuesday night into the death of Fernand Rubin of Georgetown recommended erecting a warning sign on the Seventh Dane GPR level cross in south and Hornby after Meaa was killed two weeks ago when his car skidded into a train.
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ASK
Fernand Rubin
Georgetown
South
Hornby
In Memoriam Donations Noted by Local Undertaker
Local undertaker offers to accept In Memoriam donations toward research and will issue official receipts. The notice emphasizes constructive memorial giving through the funeral home.
Letter to the editor on Lakeview snow removal problems
A reader from Acton Ontario complains about slow and inadequate snow clearing in Lakeview Subdivision. The letter cites blocked corners on Jeffrey and Elizabeth Drives, delayed plowing, a police cruiser stuck, and requests a strict early morning clearing schedule and a snow fence on Elizabeth Drive to ensure access for work and emergencies.
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Lakeview
Dewr
Lakeview Subdivision
Jeffrey
Elizabeth
Aes
Dept. of Highways
Elizabeth Drive
Ais
Spain
Tris
Ellenbeth
Todos
Wiyboudy
Lal Williams
Walk to the Left in City Argument Over Car
A fragmented newspaper item discusses pedestrians and a moving car. It hints at nonviolent conflict resolution and suggests a mindset of accepting outcomes, noting the idea of a wise stance about right and wrong amid a tense street altercation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vancouver
Winnipeg
Create
Ottawa
Montreal
Quebec
Canada Post Office
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The
Acton Free
Presa
J. M. Frank
Wingham
Mrs. F. Anderson
Robertsons
Islington
Norman Wilds
Wineland
James Wilds
Main St
CR. Brown
Barbara
Cathy
Jean Hopkins
W. Douglas
Joe Frank Sr
Dack Frank
Pure Food
Guelph General Hospital
Colin MacColl
M.Z. Bennett School
J. V. Krapek
Huntsville
Krapeks and Andersons
Madge Chapman
Clara Grindley
Mrs. Grindley
Toronto
Nassagaweya Institute
Dublin
Eden Mills
Grant
S. E. Acton
Stafe
Montreal Can
John Boardman
David Papillon
Jack Hinton
John Ladouceur
Acton Legion
Proud
Terry Masales
Max Haggalt
Brian
Sproston
Garth Rainford
Bill Shea
George Ware
van Hoekelin
Harry Phillips
Hingers
Teen Naperia
Presbyterian Church In
Memoriam
Lovell Bros
Jack Ridley
Farm Service and Supplies
Actony’s
Y.M.C.A
Y‘s
Auto Mobile
Canada
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