Castle destroyed by fire at historic Ontario landmark
A century old castle at Beton thin near Belfountain, built by James McLaren after moving from Scotland, burned overnight early this month. The six year construction produced a 18 room granite residence with a 40 foot tower and secret attic meeting room for Grange gatherings. The McLaren family owned it until 1937, later used as bunkhouse, and insurance covered only 20 000 for the structure and 5 000 for furnishings with only the stone walls remainingafter the blaze.
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Beton Thin
McLaren Familly
McLaren
James’McLaren
Canada
Callender
Scotland
Caledon Mountains
Forks of the Credit
Belfountain
Perthshire
Scotlan
Lake Ontario
York
Grange
Peel County
St. Clair Lown
Toronto
Imes Day Ross
Rowe
Oakville
Brampton
Public Speaking Contest at M. Z. Bennett Home and School
The M Z Bennett Home and School Association held a public speaking contest on March 21 with seven students. Gail McHugh won first, Jeanie Sproston second, and Steven Johnston third while Barbara Cook received honorable mention. Pen prizes were awarded and the next meeting is set for April 28 to avoid holiday conflicts.
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M. Z. Bennett
Robert Linde
Outer Space
Jean Bul
Ontario
Barbara Conk
Gail McHugh
Rivers
Steven Johnston
Raymond
Saitz
A. Orr
J. Barber
Acton District
Jeanie Sproston
Barbara Cook
G. Hargrave
Home and School Association
PSL Extends Drive-a-Week to Enroll Halton County
The Halton County health plan enrollment period is extended to April 6 due to strong response. Since February 4, the PSL drive has added over 4,0800 subscribers and surpassed its initial goal, with rural areas targeted in the final week.
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Halton County
Cally
Georgetown
Owbaste
Burlington
Land
ED Neat
Kweentap
Picatrons
Aswel
Couple in Hospitel After Collision Near Bramapton
Fire chief Mick Halmes and his wife Charlotte hospitalized after a collision near Bramapton on New Westminster highway. Two passengers, Mr and Mrs Glen Gibbs of Acton, also injured with broken limbs and dental injuries. A Georgetown youth assisted at the scene as EMS attended the victims and transported them to Peel Memorial hospital in Thampton.
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Mick Halmes
Charlotte
Tne
Peel Memorial
Thampton
Callision Bath
Holes
Oto Hospital
Glen Gibbs
Acton
Allen
Chivas
Prom
Askur
Maely
Georgetown
Ospringe Ladies Aid March Meeting Highlights
Mrs. S. Fuller hosted the Ospringe Ladies Aid March meeting with 14 members. The program included devotional by Mrs. McKensie and study on Challenge of Tomorrow, Irish-themed items, a Shamrock contest won by Mrs. Clarke, Mrs. Fisher, and Mrs. Fuller, and a tea and bake sale planned for April.
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Aitken
McEwan
Gail Fuller
Clarke
Fisher
Fuller
Safety Council Reps Appointed in Acton Effort
Formation of a safety council in Acton progresses with several organizations naming representatives. Chairman Paul Nolen notes the council is taking shape and seeks volunteers to serve as secretary and assist community groups including the Lions Club Chamber of Commerce and others.
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Acton
Nynessa
Paul Nolen
Nielen
Nol
Lions
W's
Chamber al Contreres
Count
Breighters
Missionary Work in Ecuador Described to Dorcas Society
The Dorcas Missionary Society of Lot Evangel Baptist Church met at Mrs. Wilsons home. Miss Joy Searle, home on furlough from Ecuador, spoke with slides about medical work and evangelism there, aided by Chastain nurses and doctors, while members prayed for missionaries, the speaker, and ill parishioners.
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Ecuador
Dorcas Society
Dorcas Missionary Society Lot Evangel Baptist Church
Wilson Thast
EB. Presley
Presley
Tukuoul
Stan Cripps Ted
Fred Lemon
Wilson
DL Dunk
Forestry Club Field Trip Near Guelph Junction
Members of the local 4H Forestry club joined a field trip Saturday morning in a land tract near the Guelph Junction. Jack Starr and Jack Brown of the Ontario Department of Lands and Forests in Hespeler supervised the excursion with teacher Dave Murray guiding 18 club members. The trip ran from 9:30 with participants collecting twig and fruit specimens for their collections.
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4H Forestry Club
Guelph Junction
Jack Starr
Jack Brown
Ontario Department of Lands and Forests
Hespeler
Dave Murray
Auction Sale Catalog Puts Orchard Equipment Up for Bid
Extensive auction sale listing includes two International tractors John Deere crawler sprayers duster tanks orchard trailers and related farm gear. Items described in detail with numerous boxes tanks and tools to be sold Saturday March 6 at 8 o clock near Roselawn Orchards 2176 No 2 Highway 20 miles east of Oakville cash day of sale Elliott & Holmers auctioneers roselawn orchards.
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John Deere
Oakville
Sabe
PAM
Weather Ends Ike at Arena as Skating Carnival Closes
Weather conditions dictated the end of Ike at the arena Sunday evening after a skating carnival draw of about 400 participants. The Hawks and curling events wrapped up as temperatures rose and water on the ice required removal.
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Adele
Hawkes
Ike
Inundated Rural Roads Prompt Temporary Caution
Flooded country roads disrupt travel but officials say the danger is limited and conditions are being monitored. Local authorities urge caution and temporary rerouting as water recedes.
Rotarians Send 40 Letters in International Understanding Meeting
Last week Rotarians sent 40 letters to Rotary clubs during a search for unusual gifts. The gathering was labeled an International Understanding meeting, with some members viewing the act as a novelty while others questioned its value.
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Rotary Clubs
Institute Halds Annual Banquet at Mrs WoL MG Donald Home
The Bannabar Women's Institute held its annual banquet at Mrs WoL MG Donald's home on Thursday evening March 11 with a small turnout. After a brief business period, Mrs Stores conducted a contest won by Mrs Sin shan and Mrs BOA Russel Beervone disposed a bingo game contusted by Mrs Wotin. Several ladies won prizes.
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Bannabar Women's Institute
Wol MG Donald
Wo Stores
Sinshan
Boa Russel Beervone
Wotin
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the Acton
Meth
M. Z
Jeanie Sprosten
Mark Hurst
P.S.L
Hospitel
Ladies ‘Aid Irish Slant
Safety Council
Forestry Club
PARTY
Ken
RADIO
Lyilsmaster Cards
Gage
Dills Stationery
Oat
Institute Halds
Mei
Milton
Milton Travel Service
Thompson Fuels Ltd
Mother Parker
Belmonte
Catsup
Clarks
Canada Packers
Maple Leaf
Pork Sale
Famous Shopsy's
Aston
Jaffa
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