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Newspaper

Acton Free Press

Location

Acton, Ontario, Canada

Date

May 05, 1960

Page

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School Board Considers Local Teachers Council in Acton

Acton school board weighs recognition of a local Teachers Council as a liaison body between principals, trustees, and teachers. Some trustees warn it could be a union in disguise while others defend its purpose to coordinate education matters across two schools. Orientation week plans for new teachers were approved and a home economics teacher position was secured with Milton Public School, salary 3800 dollars plus mileage.

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Fairy Lake level returns to normal status after flood scare

Local officials report Fairy Lake water is back at normal height. The board discussed supervisory roles, pupil information needs, and coordination between Acton and Guelph Collegiate. A meeting on professional issues is planned with high school principals and district leaders.

Fairy Lake Roel Tunlas Beoak Herbert Robert Tatth

Acton Hydro plans No 2 Substation purchase return 8 percent

Acton Hydro’s purchase of the No 2 substation from Ontario Hydro could yield about 8 percent annual return on a $17,160 investment. The substation, built in 1960 for $605,000, includes a 2000 KVA transformer and metal clad switch house. Commission to proceed with further investigations on installation and equipment, while staff budget for 1960 discussed.

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YMCA Honors Leading Members At Awards Banquet

Several young YMCA members received trophies certificates and prizes for interest enthusiasm and achievements at a national gathering in the banquet hall Monday evening Parents were present. Pat Churchill won the champion table tennis trophy though absent. John Croight presented a trophy to the champion marksman in the archery class. Other awards and crests recognized junior efforts with several officials and volunteers noted for support.

Y.M.C.A Tony Hopper YMCA Pat Churchill John Croight Tee Bradley Sthaghtest Woth Gkur Lates Bing Thetrunior Fifesay Iie Sign Cohen Chas Denny Bob

Largest Group Ever Receives Queen's Scout Certificates

Six Queen's Scouts from the First Acton Rover Troop led a colorful parade in uniform through Salttfest High School area including Laur ence Dihy Peter Newton Brian Overhon Ricky Cumy Kenneth Gardner and Reber Hinton. Acton troops headmaster Coles greeted by Frank Worth Provincial Commissioner for Ontario. Acton area includes Brantford Burlington Galt Guelph Hamilton. Seven lads earned the high award under former master Coles.

Sun Proto Acton Rover Stoney Creek Hartley Coles Ricky Currie Brian Otterbein Bob Hinton Ara Raver Sribpet Rony Sotth Dubyy Salaantoa Ken Gardner Coles Queen's Salttfest High School Stoney Caerk Prides Harthes Coles Queens Laurence Dihy Peter Newton Brian Overhon Ricky Cumy Kenneth Gardner Reber Hinton Preudiy Queens Syones Ss Bead Auditor Southmaster Coles O Frank Ao Worth Ontario Acton Auditorum Brantford Burlington Galt Guelph Hamilton Noel Glenn Barr Teronie Sir Sill Rover

Board Recommends Zone Change for Main Street Block

The town board heard a proposed business block on Main Street South adjoining the water. it recommends rezoning the area to commercial and to establish a town master lot plan. Campbell seeks to sell three lots, while plans for a warehouse on Queen Street and garages were reviewed, with further details deferred to a special meeting.

Board Avion Phinthop Board Tresdain Mylanta Campbell Main Stratsaath Tor Saith Deak Queen Street Stelgrove Real PemmBston

Sunday Fire at Vandey- Wage Home

Firefighters responded to a Sunday blaze at the home of Mr and Mrs FB Vandey- Wage. Willow Steer caused by unclear circumstances led to the couple calling for help when they believed Hormpht nage vetoed control. The scene allowed the fire to burn out on its own.

Stee FB Vandey- Wage Willow Steer Hormpht Nage

Limehouse Residents Seek Canadian Papers

Three applicants seek Canadian citizenship as part of a local effort in Limehouse. The group includes Mrs Bare Jonssen Dan Van Der Mees and Hetty Van Der Meve, who plan to attend a citizenship hearing near Thursday at the Milien Court.

Limehouse Larse House Mell Canadien

Board Learns 78 Percent Pass Easter Exams Amid Cost Fears

The board reports 78% pass rates for Easter exams but voices concern over rising costs. Action notes include staff resignations, hires, and policy plans, with discussions on salaries, leave, and nonresident fees. Indicated are Acton High School results, budget items, and maintenance expenditures.

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