Board Learns 78 Percent Pass Easter Exams Costs Rise
Acton board discusses 1960 tax and education costs with a detailed table showing residential and general levies, mill rates, and provincial grant impacts. Trustees consider wiring for backstop, day night heating control, and potential efficiency measures to curb expenses as audit figures are reviewed.
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Coon
Pian. Poasium. Te
Costa Soar Boant
Jack Creighton
She Board
Ucation
Acton
Astrap
Four Seasons Tea Unique Fund-Raiser at United Church
A Four Seasons tea fundraiser drew a large crowd at the United Church Sunday School event on Saturday afternoon. Mrs. Mac Symon organized the Friendly Circle affair with rooms named for spring summer fall and winter showcasing seasonal decorations and themed refreshments. Openings featured seasonal oil paintings by Mrs. G Johnson and flower baskets by Mrs. William Waterhouse. Each room offered distinct menus, convener duties, and sales of potted plants. The event, also a tea and nursery activities, concluded with a successful tea and plant sale coordinated by multiple volunteers.
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United Church
Mac Symon
G. Johnson
William Waterhouse
M. Nessette
Fryer
F. Kentocer
A. Ironside
Converner
C. Rognval
W. Struthers
L. Youngblut
Ken ‘Alien
Dianne Angell
Sparkling Clean Coffee Tip for Percolators
After washing the percolator, add three tablespoons of baking soda and water and run the coffee cycle as if making coffee. This routine clean helps remove residues and odors for a fresher brew.
No Big Fish Yet Vew Council Hours
Owing to cool weather fishing is slack this spring with no word of large catches. Township council resumes Monday meetings in the town hall evenings. Photo Fair at Quabeth Building featured varied photo goods including cameras from Japan Germany and the US. Mrs Q Ostrander returned from Phoenix Arizona and Miss Iyv Collinson is back in Rockwood after a spell away.
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Quabeth
Ca Kontak
Q. Ostrander
Frank J. Fowke
Phoenix
Arizona
Iyv Collinson
Rockwood
Girl Guide activity notes from Cookie Day event
After roll call and opening the group discussed Cookie Day and clarified questions. Girls in Trail and Fire sections proceeded outdoors, while others played a game and then did nature activities. A campfire was held outdoors with songs and marshmallows afterward.
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Gail
Riddle Puzzle Verse Prompts Next Week’s Answer
A verse puzzle challenges readers with clues about letters forming a word. It hints that the answer relates to a past puzzle and promises the solution next week. The lines reference positions in words like saber gun sergeant and the concept of being in you.
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Saber
Burt
New Face Simpsons Sears Mail Order Store Front Revamp
Renovation work at Simpsons Sears Mail Order store updates the front with aluminum trim and a vitrolite panel, enlarging interior space and sidewalk. The old square façade is removed and a dark plate glass window angled for a modern look.
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Simpsons
Sears
Obituary of Gordon McLeod of Toronto 63rd year 35 years Coca Cola
Gordon Wil stret McLeod, 62, of Toronto, died suddenly at home on April 13. He served 35 years with Coca Cola Lik as administrative assistant manager of the syrup sales division. Survived by his wife, Marilyn, Deborah, sister Josie Kentmer, brother Charlie McLeod, and two grandchildren. Born in Guelph, married 1923. longtime member of Fairlawn United Church. Funeral at Toronto Crematorium conducted by Rev. George Trimble.
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Coca Cola Ltd
Gordon Wilstret McLeod
Turottta
Josie
John Kentmer
Down
Marilyn
D. Wright
Warkworth
Deborah
Charlie McLeod
Torronto
Divi
Coca Cola Lik
Toronto
George Trimble
Toronto Crematorium
McLeod
Guelph R
Fairlawn United Church
Limehouse 4 H Club Hears Home Economist Visit
Home economist Mrs Liampman visited the Limehouse 4 H club at leader Mrs. Kirkpatrick’s home last week. The Camerat of her grand wither burial for Mrs. Patterson of Alan occurred at Orangeville last Wednesday. Harold Crichton of Guelph, Western University student, visited Mr. and Mrs. J Crichton over the weekend. Betty Anne and Mary Lou Brown sang a duet at Limehouse Presbyterian Church on Sunday.
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Liampman
Limehouse
Kirkpatrick
Alan Norte
Patterson
Alan
Orangeville
Harold Crichton
Guelph
Western University
J. Crichton
Betty* Anne
Mary Lou Brown
Limehouse Presbyterian Church
Milton Board Names Acton Shop Teacher Appointment
The Milton board confirmed Phil Caddick as shop teacher across Milton and Acton, with a $7.00 slate and duties split three days in Milton and two in Acton. The board noted salary division and discussed resignations and new-teacher experiences, highlighting Milton High School’s broad department strengths.
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Bon Gh Seave
Phil Caddick
Acton
Milton Lane
Hes Aho
Acton High School
Bow
CG. Martin
Milton High School
Hold Posture Week At Local High School
Local high school holds Posture Week sponsored by the Canadian Chiropractic Association. Girls’ Athletic Association members observe posture by guiding students, awarding daffodil wearers, and deducting points for slouching. Crowned king and queen chosen after 4 to 6 pm judging in the auditorium.
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Chiurschay
Acton High School
Canadian Chiropractic Association
Secretarial Reports At Missionary Society Meet
Mrs Bloyd Crawford hosted the WMS gathering with a devotional start by Mrs A T Moore. Reports were given by Mrs King, E D Mahan, and others, plans for June meetings discussed, and a Synod report shared. Children of St David's Church and a separate tale of a seamstress joke conclude the page.
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Missionary Society
Menzies
Parker
Crawford
Elliot
Moore
Kingston
God
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