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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
May 12, 1960
Page
10
This brief bulletin records school enrolment reminders and parent notices for a kindergarten drive, a church bake sale at St Josephs, the Mothers Day church flowers and a band concert. It also mentions fishing activity at Pan a Lake, local tennis and sports chatter, and plans for a Sananiay-snehoas program with Eden Mills and Guelph centers.
Members of the Everton Christian Youth Fellowship helped Rev. Byron Howlett at the special Mother’s Day service in the Church of Christ Disciples. Gifts of pink and white poulonieres welcomed attendees. youngest and oldest mothers and mothers with most children received recognitions. A dedication service honored Harvey Stewart children. junior choir performed with piano and a blessing solo. Camp Promotion Night announced for Church families with visuals of camp activities and registration, highlighting Lake Erie camp facilities run by Disciple Churches.
A local resident was hospitalized following an attack by a bull. The incident occurred during a community event with spectators and neighbors in attendance. The report notes medical care at Guelph General Hospital and mentions a call to emergency responders, with the crowd dispersed after the commotion.
A Brownie Pack forms at Mrs Funks home with Mrs Abram as leader and Mrs Howard James as assistant. Helping Hands knit smocks for Armagh Home in Toronto. Mother's Day services in Eden Mills church feature special music and a baptism rite officiated by Rev Fred Williamson.
The feature showcases panelists including Min Hionrap and Min Crippes entertaining Mission Circle. Mentions Mrs Hebwig and other guests as they perform in a staged program with period dialogue and light questions.
A local cancer drive outlines collaboration with Angell Hospital and community groups to aid patients. Officials announce fundraising goals, volunteer recruitment, and a plan to distribute care resources across the city.
Fragments describe a reward outcome for a group of soaked sellers and a chaotic scene near a weather related incident. Names and places are unclear but details imply a local event with a reward offered and a public response.
Persistent rain forces lake rises and plant flood risks. workers battle rising waters and seepage in Main Street area. Crews operate pumps at full capacity while heavy rainfall strains sewer system and threatens Fatty bake facility with overflow.
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