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Newspaper

Acton Free Press

Location

Acton, Ontario, Canada

Date

May 17, 1967

Page

9

Delegation Plans Ottawa Visit Amid Volunteer Patents Inquiry

A tentative delegation led by Dr. Harry Harley M.P. prepares to travel to Ottawa to discuss a patent matter with questions about steathly put in and consumer concerns. Contacts include Tom Foster Burlington Denzil Lawrence Milton George Pellet Milton Victor Lawrence Oakville Bert David Acton Don Lindsay Georgetown and others.

Tom Foster Burlington Denzil Lawrence George Pellett Milton Victor Lawrence Oakville Bert Davidry Acton Don Lindsay Georgetown Harry Harley Ottawa

Clergy Ordination Ceremony Highlights at Aldershot

Rev Laurence Duby reports on calling for service beyond parish bounds as two candidates are ordained on the steps to the altar. Rev Alan Drummond of Hamilton to serve under Rev Brittinger at Aldershot, with Bishop and Rev Ritchie McMurray noted among attendees.

Harold R. Bagnall Alan Drummond Hamilton Brittinger Acton Aldershot Ritchie McMurray

Vanier Institution for Women Tendered at 344 Million

Ontario Public Works invites tenders for the Vanier Institution for Women a correctional campus to replace Mercer Reformatory with a 30 acre site near open security. The project designed by D G Creba and Harry B Kohl features 100000 square feet of space across about 10 wings, brick and concrete facades, and a mix of pour in place and precast construction with central boiler heating and individual heating in cottages.

Ray Connell Ontario Public Works Minisos Vanier Vanier Institution For Women D. G. Creba Toronto Harry B. Kohl Mercer Reformatory Ies

Education of mentally retarded children in special schools

The statement notes that among 1000 births, 30 children will be mentally retarded. Of these, 25 can be educated in special schools and trained to self-sufficiency, four can be trained to work under supervision, and one will remain totally dependent for all personal needs.

Graduation honors and community notices from Guelph area

A long local item notes multiple ongoing events at St. Josephs Hospital and in Guelph society. A newborn daughter to Mr and Mrs Ken Winter of Guelph is reported, while a local convocation features Brian, son of Mrs Robertson of Guelph, receiving a Mohawk College diploma and starting work with Northern Electric in Montreal. Community groups sponsor Hydro Quick Tricks at a Presbyterian church with a kitchen demonstration and prize draws, and Mothers Day observances include a joint Sunday school and church service. The 4H Club wraps its Achivement Day with a Centennial Chefs travel party, and local girl Debbie Stewart earns county honors for completing six clubs.

St. Joseph's Hospital Dan Winter Ken Winter Guelph Jack Hunter A. ‘Oe D. G. Robertson Douglas Hamilton Ross McEwan Ladies’ Aid Alice Wilkinson Ben Wingrove John Awrey Roden S. McKinnon F. Archibald Tryssenaar S. Fuller K. Stubbington R. Wheeler B. Clarke Presbyterian Herbdison Norman McKenzie David Stewart Christian Women's Fellowship Marilyn Kinny Alan Lillie Gary Bateman Marion Burns Burns France Italy S. Puller Fergus A 'Ll Debbie Stewart June Upshall Janice Upshall Judy Ells Patti Ellis Donna Milton R. Ellis R. Sinclair M Gates St. Joseph's Hospital, Guelph

Two Acton Students to Attend UN Seminar at University of Waterloo

Acton high school will send two grade one students, Neil Anderson and Brenda McKeown, to a United Nations seminar at the University of Waterloo from June 24 to June 30. Previously no UN club existed at the school and sponsors initially said there would be no representatives. The Rotary Club sponsors one student and Beardmore and Co. sponsors the other, aiming to spark future school interest in a UN club.

Acton High School United Nations University of Waterloo Neil Anderson Brenda McKeown Rotary Club Beardmore and Co

Young Georgetown youth killed in race with train

Kenneth John of Georgetown died in a rail crossing accident while racing a freight train near the River. His friend John Ermundayulka, 14, also of Georgetown, was hiking with him when they crossed the bridge near the water barrels. A train approached, turned, and forced them back as they neared the span, a known danger spot for children. Local officials note repeated simulations at the site.

Kenneth John Georgetown P and & Friend John Ermundayulka Yescoon

Flowers of Hope drive raises $596 in Acton appeal

Flowers of Hope's campaign in Acton raised $596 on Monday evening, surpassing last year's $588 from three areas. Campaign chair Nancy Willets of the L'Arche Auxiliary organized volunteers. missed donations can be left at the Bank of Montreal. Cosmos seeds will thank donors.

Flowers of Hope Acton Chaimady S of Hope Nancy Willets Peel St

Motorist cautions warm-up before driving speeds

A careful motorist starts trips at moderate speeds to warm the car and tires. A cold tire may bunch at speeds above 50 mph, causing flat spots and faster wear.

Firefighters tackle car blaze and Crescent brush fire

Firefighters were called Monday night to douse a car fire and again Tuesday at 6 p.m. for a grass and brush blaze on Crescent. The Tuesday fire was believed started by children on an old dump site and crews rushed to prevent spread to old refuse. Prior fires burned for days beneath the site.

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