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Newspaper

Acton Free Press

Location

Acton, Ontario, Canada

Date

Mar 17, 1960

Page

5

Open deer season debate shapes Halton County council

Halton County approves 1960 civil defence budget at 2,442.70 and backs federal 75 per cent provincial 15 per cent grants. Open deer season stalemate continues with Lands and Forests seeking another season while Georgetown Anglers and Hunters Club argues deer numbers pose motorist hazards. County to study both sides before decision. also discusses road expenditures, staff pay raises, and hospital funding.

Halton County W.B. McGregor Halton Budet Buildings Committee Agriculture and Department of Lands and Forests Coun Fret Sp Georgetown

Walters Church CGAT Meeting and St Patrick Party Recap

The Wal ted Church meeting opened with the CGAT purpose and hymn led by Lorraine Lasby. Minutes by Diane Angel and adjournment followed. A Mother and Daughter banquet rehearsal, worship by Mrs. Allen, taps to close, and a St Patrick party at Knox Church with about 30 girls from Ballinata and Rockwood CGI groups.

Walted C.gat Lorraine Lasby Diane Angel Whit Ballinata Rockwood Pat Stevenson Linda Parker Geraldine Calder Betty Finlay Gail Buttenham

Unwanted Drivers Publicized in Michigan History

A historical note catalogs Michigan's most troubled motorists with nicknames such as stop sign drifter bumper-pusher and drunkard, describing a legacy of reckless driving. The list highlights notorious behavior and incidents among the state's driver history.

Michigan

Unwelcomed visitor stalks AP Green plant entrance

A mysterious man in costume tried to enter the AP Green Firebank plant, posing as an applicant and provoking a confrontation with General Manager G V Barbe. The scene ended with the intruder fleeing as officials prepared to investigate and the event was photographed for identification.

Pont Dias Oastispinus Cade Free Lovat Rotary G. V. Barbeau Barbe Taeryone RALCP AP. Green Company

Reduce Assessment For Micro Plastics Continued From Page One

The meeting reviewed water pressure issues for the Micro Plastics plant sprinkler system noting current service at 10 to 92 psi and a desired range of 40 to 357 psi. Company leaders cited expansion needs and insurance cost rises tied to inadequate water supply.

Long Tamiesan Nann Constant Capasion Campans Jamieson Ty Sowatuen

Dixie Wins B Championship Defeats Brampton 3 1 in Finals

Dixie wins the Junior B hockey title in Acton Minor Sports League by defeating Brampton 3 1 in the finals. Mason led the champions with two goals, George Cook added a score, and Merl Harris held the Brampton attack at bay as Dixie celebrated with a post game party.

Dixie Brampton Acton Brampton Club Join Mason Mason Brampton Tvain George Cook de Tencemain Dixie Seam Alin McKenzie Nest Pete Wa Jounter Othe Parks Harris Wineers Herb Cook Churchill Road North

Champions Crowned In Minor Hockey And Stinging Penalty News

Over 200 boys closed their hockey season Friday with finals across Pee Wee and Junior A divisions. Dixie beat Beampton for Pee Wee title, Marlboros defeated St. Catharines 5 3 to win Junior A, and Hershey topped Rochester 4 2 in American National play. Exhibition games and all star selections followed with local players contributing to wins. A separate board decision penalized a company with 1000 dollars and extra insurance and pumps for expansion delays at two water sites.

Ihe Pee Wee Dixie Beampton Fein Tay Marlboros St. Caehitines Hershey Rochester Pee Wee AM Stars Fergus Auton Acton Arena Sanuray Ltd Frankling Afr Jamieson le Ot

Keen Interest Shown in YMGA Archery Contest

Young archers display strong scoring in YMGA event with six finalists named for semi finals. Bradley Main Prize leads with 150 average, followed by James Bluny 135, John Chton Ho 109, Mike Saverni 109, Phillip Devsdale 104, and David Beerman 104 advancing to next round.

Onc Apebery YMGA Bradley Main Prize James Bluny John C Hton Ho Mike Saverni Phillip Devsdale David Beerman

Silverwood Layettes At Institute Meet

Silverwood layettes completed at the Institute meeting hosted by Mrs. Georg Henderson in Pharsckin last week. President Mrs. Norton presided as a nominating committee was appointed for the April annual meeting. Two layettes were completed and a donation made to the Hospital Fund. Current events and a health paper were presented, with a maple leaf pin given to Mrs. George Smith who leaves next month for England.

Silverwood Institute Georg Henderson George Smill England Fred Campbell EE. L. Miller

Coffee After Alcohol An Idea for Safer Driving

Readers discuss whether drinking coffee after alcohol helps alertness. Some argue caffeine improves wakefulness, while others warn it does not reduce impairment. The debate weighs safety, legality, and practical driving consequences.

Lions Club Elects Executive At Meeting At Lion Frank Terry Home

Lions Club held a meeting at the home of Lion Frank Terry to elect the club's executive. Elected officers include Lionnic Morris secretary editor, Lion Jack Doherty treasurer, Ray Arbie host vice-president, Syd Lamb second vice-president, King Braida third vice-president, Peter Papillon lion tamer, and Frank Terry and Tom Mullyn as directors.

Lion Frank Terry Lionnic Morris Wn Bulletin Lion Jack Doherty Hion Ray Arbie Clan Syd Lamb Hion King Braida Third View Lio Peter Papillon Lions Frank Terry Tom Mullyn Alev Johnsom Liga Tony Ironside Gil Twister

Legion Dart League closes season with cards and darts

The Legion club held a season end party with card and dart games and a lunch. Hector Lambert and Doug Mason beat Coyle and Ted Fiot in darts. Jack Coyle and Mike McCristall won cribbage. Bob Drinkwalter and Dude Lim sty claimed darts glory. Twenty four members attended the wind up with an Anniversary Dance planned for Brida.

the Legion Hector Lambert Doug Mason Coyle Ted Fiot Sis Hee Doug Jack Coyle Mike McCristall Bude Lins Bob Deakland Bob Drinkwalter Dude Limsty Meland del Jordan

Main Street Collision Causes $100 in Car Damages

Wellington Gar diner of Acton and Wilton Creed of Barrie sustained $50 damages each when their cars collided on Midi Street South Saturday evening near the taxi stand. Gardinge vehicle was parked briefly before pulling onto Main Street and struck by northbound vehicle driven by Mr Ceved. Damages limited to fenders. Mary Harness of local OPPL detachment investigated.

Main Street Wellington Gardiner Acton Wilton Creed Barrie Midi Street Gardinge Main Mr. Ceved Gardiner Creed Notble Mery Harness O.p.pl

Acton Girls Fall in Pair of Tuesday Games

Two high school girls teams, junior and senior, suffered losses Tuesday. Georgetown and ns teams handed defeats as Acton appears to have its best season yet with strong play from the squad.

Georgetown Ns Acton Girls

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