Fire Area Members Draft Proposal to Include Erin Two
Representatives from Esquesing Nassagoweya and Acton discuss joining Erin township to form a larger fire area. Ontario Fire Marshal equipment list approved includes portable pump hoses and tarpaulin at about 2700 dollars. Acton clerk tasked to list equipment for township officials.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fire Area
Erin
Esquesing
Nosangaweya
Acton
Erin Township
Nassagowega
Ontario Fire Marshall
J. McGeachie
Acton Brigade
Wilfred Bird
Walter Lin
Acton Soccer Club Suffers Second Defeat 3-0
Acton Soccer Club lost 3-0 to K/W Dutchmen in the Southern Ontario League last Saturday despite strong early defense. F. Rehse opened the scoring before halftime, with Oortier and Lahner adding goals in the second half as Acton, playing with the wind, pressed but could not breach the Dutchmen. Calder was expected back in goal for Acton in the next match against Sette Bello.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Acton
Kitchener
F. Rehse
A. Palenik
Oortier
Lahner
Davies
Sette Bello
Calder
Acton Vassallo
Sorke
Hall
A Nolan
Schipper
Wilson
Brown
Nolan
Bottomley
Dav Sutton
Dableg
Honoring Mrs J L Ellerby at 53rd Halton WI District
Rogation Sunday observed at St Alban’s Anglican with Rev Price blessing seed soil and labor. Halton WI district annual held at Naxsagoweya Presbyterian with 150+ attendees electing Mrs Max Featherstone president and Mrs J L Ellerby presiding.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. L. Ellerby
Halton
W.l’s
St. Alban’s
BR. Price
T Jones
Vienne
France
Cay
England
Naxsagoweya Presbyteran Church
Unn
Women's Institutes
Unilon
Max Featherstone
Halton WI
Landsay
Muller
Steven Coxe
JL. Ellerby
Lamehouse
J. Crawford
James Sutherland
A. Diamond
Chester Servier
Lillian Bailey
Education of Youth Y Discussion Topic at Acton School
McKenzie principal of Acton public school spoke on Education and the Youth of Today at the third discussion group Friday evening. Despite small attendance the discussion was spirited after his address. Lunch followed served by the Ladies' Auxiliary. He stressed methods of modern education and training of mental and scholastic abilities. Topics included pocket money television slang and discipline.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gow. McKenzie
Acton Public School
Three Teams Organized for Actons First Minor Sports Softball League
Acton starts its first minor league softball with three teams the Panther Spitfires and Tiger Cats under leaders George Hollinger and Jim Fiona. About 45 players from 10 V1 and 12 formed the squads. Firemen volunteer to assist the league and schedule is underway.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Acton
Manor
George Hollinger
Jim Fiona
Panther Spitfires
Teger Cats
Three in Family In L O L Ceremony
A local notice describes a family ceremony recognizing three members. The text references a welcome at a membership event and indicates district operations and a ceremonial tap.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L.O.L
E West Heads B Y P U Cabinet as Wee AS
E West appointed president of the BYPU cabinet section amid organizational reshuffle. details indicate leadership change within the group and expected initiatives for the coming term.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. West
Engineer Proposal for Three Towns Gets Nod from Council
Acton council approved an amended by law to expand municipal bounds by about 566 acres, down from an original bid of 107 acres. The process included notes from the Municipal Board and a hearing history, with plans to include properties along lines near Stewart, Wynne, and the Brown farm, and to affect annexation of the Acton area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Actan Council
Praevia
Lowe Soligitor CF Leatherland
Uhm
Fadvier
J. Stewart
Athatnagel
Levins
Tt Tawaroperty
Hrawar
We Town
Hedmore
Wool Combing Corporation
Mission Circle Birthday Supper Held for Baptist Women
The Baptist Women of Mission Circle held their annual birthday supper on May 20 at Mrs. HW Helwig's home. A full-course meal was served by Mr. Helwig and Mrs. J. Chapman. Mrs. Dunk and Mrs. R Casterus directed the program and presented color slides of mission work in India. Delegates were set for the Baptist Women's Missionary Society convention in Hamilton this week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
HW Helwig
Helwig
J. Chapman
Dunk
R Casterus
Limehouse Play In School Friday
The production of Mrs Simpsons Boarding Move by Limehouse Dramatical Spenty drew a splendid financial return for Acton Citizens' Band. Nearly 3,000 attended the Friday evening show at the public school. Miss Ivens directed and wrote an add a two act piece to accompany the main play. Cast included Mrs S Kirkpatrick, Mrs F Brig, Mrs W Mitchell, Mrs FE Sanford, Mrs James Noble, Mrs Jack Noble, Karn, Mrs R Turner, Sam Gis by F Brown, and Glen Scott. An orchestra led by A Perrott provided music before and after intermission. The stage manager is Mr Briggs. Members listed include Charles Landsborough, Rudolph Smelvogel, Charles Mason, Bing Ramsier Ray, Agrew Elmer Smith, Hector Lambert, Charles Kangsman, and Archie Kerr. Refreshments were provided by the band members after the performance.
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Simpson
Limehouse
Acton
Teruime
Chapman Miss
Ivens
S Kirkpatrick
F Brig
W Mitchell
FE Sanford
James Noble
Jack Noble
Karn
R Turner
Sam Gisby
F Brown
Glen Scott
Mr Briggs
Perrott
Charles Landsborough
Rudolph Smelvogel
Charles Mason
Bing Ramsier Ray
Agrew Elmer Smith
Hector Lambert
Charles Kangsman
Archie Kerr
Bandemer
Firecracker Triggers Blaze at Rockwood
Firecracker caused a blaze at Rockwood, spreading quickly before firefighters contained it. No injuries reported as crews evacuated nearby homes and secured the scene. Local authorities warn residents about handling fireworks safely this Independence Day.
Acton High School Field Day Senior Champions Named
Janice Baker and Donald Dawkins were declared AHS senior champions at Acton High School field day, with Donna McMillan intermediate and Wayne Archie junior champions. The event featured numerous sprint, relay, and field events concluding after 4 pm with multiple students earning top marks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Janice Baker
Donald Dawkins
A.H.S
Acton High School
Donna McMillan
Ove Junio
Wendy McKenze
Don Sord Dawkins
Wayne Archie
Willan Oost
Hydro Sub-Station Lot Sold For 245 Dollars
A hydro sub-station lot at the corner of Willow Street was sold for 245 dollars. The sale occurred after council readings and involved a 49 feet square parcel with two previously standing structures. The disposal was part of the Ontario Hydro Fleet sale process and followed last fall’s preparations.
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Hydro
al Councils
Hydro Subati
Hydro Fleetire
Pew Commission
Ontario
Policy Stated For New Subdivisions
The council debated incentives for housing subdivisions with Mayor E Tyler asking about expectations for developers and real estate reps. A motion by Councillor A Trwin proposed the town cover 50 percent of sewer costs and water and roads, while sidewalks would be the subdivider’s responsibility. The clerk noted weekly inquiries about subdivisions, and the council aimed to set a basis for negotiations, though the policy remains tentative and focused on shared costs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E Tyler
A Trwin
Jo McGrachie
Tyler
Indrested Council
Sdewalke
Uthat
Fire at Blow Press plant sparks brigade response
A midnight blaze broke out at the Blow Press Ltd plant on Braer Avenue. The fire started near a rear wall and spread to a small shed, attacked promptly by the Acton brigade, with no major damage reported beyond scorched exterior.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Blow Press Ltd
Braer Ave
Greer, Fire Brick Co
Acton Brigade
Ares
Unanimous vote to hire joint engineer for three towns
Acton Milton and Georgetown vote unanimously to hire a municipal engineer to handle joint services. Two applicants were considered with K R Nimmans of Toronto hired at 4200 plus travel. Plan calls for equal costs among towns this year with future years tied to work.
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Milton
Georgetown
Acton
Thad Corte
Acton Elk J
K. R. Nimmans
Toronto
Wea
Ra Oi
Acton Susby
Aeston
Arcept
Dep Way Teeve R. Thompsn
McGeachie
Tyler
J Hargrave
C Lindsay
Louneer Focutt
Tagrer
Councelor Hargrave Guike
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Halton Women’s Institute
Nassagaweya Presbyterian Church
Velma Norris
G. Somerville
J. Sb. Fllerby
Mabel Borgstrom
F. Anderson
G Chester
L. Norval
Maurice Readhead
WT Sinclair
Palermo
Tweedsmuir
F Rhinehart
Campbellville
Lorna Lawrence
H.R 2
Oakville
Pastermanding
Ellerby
R.R
ACCW
Chester
Ana
Speer
Te Ward Oon Pace Feuer
Beermiar Dedels
Grahar Wood
Agnew
Leathersard Hurst
League
Cyay
Cosiaeren
Thowas
Vars
Mission Circle
Rockwood
Acta Net
Tre Rocks
Everts
Ritchie W. MacKenzie
E Jany
Mee Millan
Fo Oakes
J. Melody
G. Baker
Ao Gordon
P Oakes
W. MacKenzie
E. Gibson
Ritelle
DO McMillan
Po Wheeler
Watson
J Baker P Oakes
Mo Braida Pal Uhrow Jr
Witehte
E Jang
S. Mage
al HO Haynes
Dankins
J Beker
Gordon
MacKenome
Lambert
McMian
Wheeler
Baker Po Paplion
Oakes
Maidm
Ritenie
Dawkins
Baker
Mackenz
D McVeys
Papillon
Artue
Currie, Jr
Re Armstrong
Bo Gervais
MeIntusa
Papllon
D. McVey
Artie
Hurst
Baxter
Oost Jo Walker
McIntosh
Ruisten
Footett
Mery
Gibson
Berton
Walt
Morton
Ballinafad Women’s Institute
Hamilton
W.A
Niagara Falls
Butfalo
N.Y
Reeve Jo Stewart
Tows
Reeve Stewart
Mayer Tyler
Lindsay
Hargrave
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