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Newspaper

Acton Free Press

Location

Acton, Ontario, Canada

Date

May 21, 1969

Page

3

Golden Age Club Plans and Social Calendar

The Acton Free Press notes Golden Age Club summer plans including a Zone Picnic in the Park on June 24 with lunch at noon and games in the afternoon. Attendees will meet May 15 at Mr Cossar's house. a bus trip is planned for June 17. Delegates to Waterloo convention August 26 and 27. Several members cited for birthdays and anniversaries. Mrs Davidson and helpers hosted a luncheon social.

Rockwood Milton Manor Acton Arenz Mra Creasey Fryey Reed Robert McEnery Mn. N.mbert Annie Akins Healey Allen M. Milne Anna Smith Mn. R. Brown Davidson

Esquesing dump letter sparks cleanup call in Acton

Acton readers press council and health authorities over Esquesing dump. Letters describe repeated fires, foul odor, and health risks. Residents urge relocation to a safe site like nearby quarry craters and demand action after previous dump improvements.

Esquesing Council Esquesing Acton Fire Department Wartou Pe Sohseness Saat Acton

Flowers fund grows with early Milton area support

The Northalton Association for the Mentally Retarded youth group reports a $350 contribution toward a $6,000 annual presale goal, highlighting early-stage fundraising. Acton Georgetown and Milton collections are not yet included, and the campaign typically gains momentum with time as trainees from local high schools join in. The UAW Local 1067 provided the hall at no charge for a Milton workshop dance to benefit the cause.

Northalton Association R.C Hany Milton Acton Georgetown Isham North Lalton

Batikwall Hanging Wins Prestige Show Selection

Two Acton Art Group members Hans Heist and Laura Dittrich entered the Central Ontario Art Association Regional Exhibition with over 150 works judged by Mrs Holly Middleton and Larry Middlestadt. Sixteen entries plus a similar number from Kitchener were chosen for a Prestige Show opening May 31 at Huron Park Community Centre Mississauga then touring Central Ontario from Brampton June 21 to Kitchener September 1. Laura Dittrich's batik wall hanging was selected for the Prestige Show.

Acton Art Group Hans Heist Laura’ Dittrich Central Ontario Art Association Holly Middleton Larry Middlestadt Kitchener Huron Park Mississauga Ontario Brampton Laura Dittrich

Okay Linus Uses Comfort Objects At Bedtime Tips

A federal health department publication on bedtime routines suggests a child may feel lonely and find comfort in a doll blanket trucks or toys. It advises letting the child take items but keeping safety in mind and clearing away belongings after the child has fallen asleep.

Linus Federal Health Department

Rockwood Centennial School happenings and planned trip

Happenings from Rockwood Centennial School include Mrs Storey’s seventh grade planning a three day trip to Moosonee with a potential departure on Tuesday June 17. A bake sale and penny sale Friday May 23 at 8 p.m. aims to raise funds. Admission 50 cents. Refreshments served. Contributions welcomed.

Wilma Anderson

Canada’s sports report eyes national body for all games

Ottawa report outlines a task force conclusion that Canada should create a national sports authority independent of government to unite all sports sectors. It notes wide participation need and calls for federal support to develop opportunities, funding, and nationwide development programs. The piece also mentions regional development plans and anticipated legislation after review by the Department of National Health and Welfare.

Canada Learcihea Theta Wits Peatene Wadenhip Almout Oat Europe Alletty Nancy Reene Elaine Tanner Sandra Post Thair County Department National Health and Welfare

Rockwood Schedule Tangles with Belwood and Morriston

Rockwood faces Belwood and Morriston in a string of games from June through July with multiple venues including Brookville. Senior softball opens at Rockwood Park Thursday with Rockwood facing Belwood and pitcher John Salmon taking the mound.

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