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Newspaper

Acton Free Press

Location

Acton, Ontario, Canada

Date

Mar 29, 1956

Page

10

Rowing and bowling leagues clash on March 19 reports

The column lists multiple league standings and high scores across clubs. Names such as J Turk esz, B Rody, L Mosales, S Townsley, G Morales, A White and J Melody appear with counts around 600 to 700, detailing teams like Up per Leather Rolling Room Chrome curry Beamhouse Cutsole Hers Acton and Y M C A Ladies.

Chrome J. Turkesz B. Rody L. Mosales S. Townsley Rolling Room B. Mortén G. Morales Curry Beamhouse A's Y's I. Martin J. Bullough B. Armstrong D. Earle G. Barr P. Angell M. Cooney M's C's

Noon Luncheon and Meeting of Greenock Women’s Institute

Mrs. Ralph McKeown hosted the March gathering of Greenock Women’s Institute, a historical and grandmother group. Over 20 ladies and several children enjoyed a noon luncheon, then the president Mrs. E Patterson led the meeting with readings, a Tweedsmuir history presentation, and current events notes.

Ralph McKeown Greenock Women's Institute Grandmothers E. Patterson Robert Allan E. Johnston J. L. Allan C. Aitken Elva Pearen McLaren Castle Caledon Belfountain Crown Lands Ballentine H. Reid

Relics Vanish as Edmonton Man Seeks Fireplace Spit

Jerry Ethier of Edmonton’s recreation commission laments disappearing Canadian relics while seeking a fireplace spit for the 1956 Varieties show. After weeks of fruitless antique shop hunting and inconsistent memories, he orders an iron works firm to manufacture a new spit.

Edmonton (Cp Jerry Ethier Canada Ethier Edmonton Recreation Commission Jerry

Stag Night Scores Highlight Ramblers League Playoffs

The Rambers fall 83 76 as Bulls Eyes and Tumbling Teens battle for playoff spots. Standout doubles include B Stewart 409 with a 309 single and T Jennings 405. Individual leaders include Svakes 221 and Halford 243 with league standings led by Bulls Eyes. Intercounty rivals win to move atop the table.

Bulls Eyes Eagles Robins Orioles B. Stewart T. Jennings Svakes A. Williams B. Agnew R. Morton A. Roach R. Clow J. Fryer B. Kirkness G. Halford Hot Shots Dissa Data Don Carroll John Cunningham Ivy Martin Tops Cleaners Jackie Chew Coca Cola Carol Goodwin Lefty Dedels Gary Walker Barry Kirkness Intercounty Gang Oakville Westsides Carters Oakville Adios Amigos

Civil Defence in the Community Organization Guide

The article outlines local civil defence structure with a planning committee led by a CD director. It explains target and mobile support areas, required departments and volunteer roles, and emphasizes direction, coordination, and community participation to minimize disaster effects.

Mey C.D

Main Causes For Delinquency Identified In Panel

A St Stephen panel named idleness and lack of proper discipline as the chief causes of juvenile delinquency. Harry Mallory cited three factors a child might become delinquent: a broken home, excessive leisure, and inadequate guidance. Other panel members included Donald Middlemies, Harry M. Groom, Rev. H. F. Gille, Dr. L. W. Brownrigg, and W. D. March.

L. W. Brownrigg W. D. March

A Man Called Peter Comes to Roxy in Acton

The Roxy Theatre in Acton screens A Man Called Peter next Monday. The film chronicles Peter Marshall a Scottish immigrant minister whose bold humor and faith touched many. His wife Catherine published his life story after his 1949 death at age 46.

Peter Roxy Theatre Acton Peter Marshall Catherine Jesus Christ

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