At Home Dance Brings Oriental Theme To High School Gym
The high school hosted an Oriental themed dance titled Teahouse of the August Moon with dim lighting, Japanese lanterns, a Buddha effigy, and a teahouse stage setup. Principal E A Hansen, Mayor Les Duby, and student leaders welcomed guests while Harvey Smith Orchestra provided music. students served punch and snacks in the home economics area and volunteers decorated and painted by students Liz Kirby and Bonnie MacDougall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harvey Smith
E. A. Hansen
Dwight Engel
Les Duby
Bonnie MacDougall
Terry Hamilton
Randy Daly
Susan Robinson
Berley Benton
Alan Reidt
Brian Scott
John Miller
Steven Debois
John Wood
John Ross
Liz Kirby
Eden Mills
Guelph
Bonnie Mac Dougall
Randy, Daly
Jennifer Bagby
Daniel Archie
Acton Bandstand Saleor Renovation Plans T
Acton plans for renovations or a replacement bandstand in Prospect Park following a Parks Board discussion. A three man delegation from Acton Citizens Band proposed enlarging the structure or building a larger facility for the band and visiting guests.
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Acton
Prospect Park
Acton Citiiens
Parks Board
Mala
Boordert
Ed Teter Jr
John McHugh
Bing Ramsden
Lions Club
Vic Bristew
Murray Harrison
Trip in Small Airplane Prize For 12 Year Old Garry Crispin
Garry Crispin won best all round in the Y.M.GALs model airplane club and earned a flight with instructor Peter Pudhgy. They flew from Guelph airport in a two seat trainer for about 25 minutes, with Garry experiencing basic controls and dives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Garry
Crispin
Y.m.gals
Garry Crispin
Peter Pudhgy
Guelph
Peter
Hdl
Barn Fire Destroys Erin Township Barn of Snow Family
Fire destroyed the Erin Township barn of Mr and Mrs Sam Snow last Thursday evening about 30 head of dairy cattle were rescued by the owners. Firefighters saved the old farm home and a partially finished new house but grain hay and other valuables were lost. Mr Snow was milking when the fire started and Mrs Snow went to warn the house. About 500 residents and neighbors watched flames with four years since the Snows lost a house in a prior fire. Cause is unknown and damage estimates are unavailable.
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Erin Township
Sam Snow
Minches
Thames
Snow
Acton End
Erin
Grein
Hey
Spring Green Campaign Hits Local Businesses and Groups
A compact notice notes a Green Section push by the Chamber of Commerce council and local merchants as part of a spring campaign. The item highlights involvement from Hirefighters and other area associations in a coordinated effort through a special section.
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Nup
Chamber of Commerce
Council
New School Esquesing FENGE TO BEGIN CONSTRUCTION
The board has completed planning and brickwork will start soon for a new school in Esquesing. Local officials confirmed that construction is set to begin on the project shortly.
Acton Chamber Names John Goy Citizen of the Year
John Goy received Acton’s Citizen of the Year honor at the Chamber of Commerce banquet, praised by Paul Nielsen as the most deserving. Goy, a former mayor, credited his team and family for achievements as attendees honored Miss Madeleine Gibbons and other past Citizens of the Year. The event featured a roast beef meal, song, and awards for past presidents, with Ralph Harris speaking on conservation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamber of Commerce
Paul Nielsen
John Goy
Acton
Chamber
Civic Committee
Madeleine Gibbons
Ariol Dills
Amos Mason
W. G. C. Kenney
Bill Coon
Idionee
McKenzie
Nielsen
Les Duby
Miss Gibbons
Phil Unger
Murray Harrison
Ralph Harris
Ted Tyter Sr
Bert Hinton
J. Bert Wood
Campain
John H. Goy
Eleanor
Mr. Goy
G. A. Dills
William Coon
Eleanor Jacque
Fred McCutcheon
Nhese
John
Iwona
Mohawk Raceway Opens With Huge Crowds and Betting
Mohawk Raceway opened Friday drawing a mixed regional crowd for the inaugural harness meet. Officials and local residents witnessed the ceremony and opening races while gamblers wagered heavily, reporting record bets and strong attendance across multiple weekend events.
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Mohawk Raceway
Lung
San
Tt O
Campbellville
Khekes Club
Reeves
Nassapeeeian
Citizen of the Year honors John Hearvy Gay at Acton banquet
The Acton Chamber of Commerce named John Hearvy Gay Citizen of the Year at a banquet. The citation credits his service as a businessman, sportsman, civic leader, and chief promoter of the Acton Community Centre project, noting his wartime service and long municipal work.
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Ino
John Hearvy Gay
Acton Chamber of Commerce
Acton
John
12Th Field Regiment
43Rd Artillery Battery
Rural Festival Amalgamates with Urban Disbandment Report
The Halton County Rural Festival Association outlines its consolidation with the Urban Association as the Rural Festival ends its run. Treasurer Mrs. Eileen Martin Miltonshy notes the year closes with a bank balance and a $1,000 trust fund, while about 8,900 participants competed in county music festivals.
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Nation
Eileen Martin Miltonshy
Sanother
Connie
Silder
Browse
Medaly Asm
Pha Caan
Caswe
Iadat
Helaoce
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Buddha Guards
Hazel. Orr
Helen Benton
Annette Jensen
Roy Arnott
Joe T. Hurst
Citzens
Cliff Bradles
Nino Bralda
Mr. Hurst
Booth
Mrs. George Fever
H. A. Hinton
Alec Johnson
Phow
Mel Crispin
Don Sediton
Georgetown
Acton Club
New School
A. H., McKenzie
Gus
Ralph W. Harris
Cities Service Oil
Bill
Jockey Club
van Puiday
Wetthers
Bres
Bettiog
Mondas
Ant Selon Lounists
Campbelhalle
Grtebohr Fane
A. H. McKenzie
John Gay
Halton Cou
Musi Pesttyl
Kelso
Stilton
Pease
Petia
Nord Phatton
Urban Assentian
Melhourne Bracers
Notth Hatton Musi Postal Committee
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