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Acton Free Press

Location

Acton, Ontario, Canada

Date

Nov 03, 1966

Page

16

Taxpayers push for edits to Nassagaweya zoning plan

Nassagaweya Planning Board chair Grant Campbell reported two public meetings on the township official plan and zoning bylaw were largely constructive. Ratepayers urged broader boundaries for villages, nonconforming use clarity, quarry controls, and protection against ribbon development while praising board efforts and proposing a follow up session before finalizing documents.

Nassagaweva Planning Board Grant Campbell Isis Fon Coumee Amd Neoarty Brookville Auditaneum Cemern Dennis Meeiing Campbell Anne MacArthur Planning Board

Y's Men learn why they ve there at Acton meeting

Howard Pearce, the newest Y's Man in Acton's service club, spoke on recreation and why men join. He outlined motives of social consciousness, fellowship, duty, and a wish to improve the community and world. President Nelles reviewed plans, including turkey tickets, bingo, and a musical show.

Howard Pearce Acton Bill Nelles Bill Netles Ric Coe Mr. Coe Sr

Eden Mills U C W Meeting and Rally Sunday Baptism

Eden Mills U C W met at the home of Mrs Ben Saulnier for an October devotional led by Mrs N Marshall with speaker Mrs James Hamer on Thanksgiving. Rally Sunday featured a teacher installation at Eden Mills United Church with pins for attendees, plus community visits and sympathy notes.

Eden Mills U.C.W Ben Saulnier N. Marshall Jesus Saves Eden Mills United Church

Trade associations could help design industrial facilities

R. R. Parker, writing for a trade magazine, explores who should treat industrial wastes and how to fund controls. In the October issue he presents his reply as part of a four-author survey by water quality authorities. Parker, then vice-president of Beardmore and Co, recently retired and now consults with Reid, Crowther and Partners, Ltd.

Parker Beardmore and Co Reid, Crowther and Partners, Ltd

Court of Revision Hears One Appeal In Acton

Halton County Court of Revision reduced the assessment on property owned by Morris Van Gils and Mrs Albert Van Gils by 900 dollars during a special Friday session in Acton. The Van Gils appeal was the only one heard on the building occupied by Rendezvous Beauty Salon. Members present included chairman Alec Near Col Gordon Brown John Blair Dewart Flemming and George Fish.

Halton

Churchill Halloween party honors Thompson vows couple

Churchill community hosted a Halloween party at the hall with Linda and Fred Thompson honored for their recent marriage. MC Robert Kerr announced the couple. C Denny read an address and a china cabinet was presented. United Church Women judged costumes and prizes were awarded across age groups. A fall bazaar and tea are planned for November 9.

Churchil Linda Fred Thompson Ballinafad Hall Robert Kerr Fred C. Denny Churchill Hall United Church Women Churchill U.C.W Churchill Church Archie “Kerr Vanatter Fenelon Falls

Fire damages new home. daughter escapes shock

Mr Bishop returned home to find smoke in the attic area and flames feared in the new house. His daughter, who met him on arrival, suffered shock but was unhurt. He noted the house and contents are insured.

Ackman Phinning Board Mohawk Raceway Orhier Flood Len Chandler Blood Hind

Ape cameo tops Ballinafad Halloween party

The W I hosted a Ballinafad Community Centre Hallowe en night party where costumes drew big laughs and an ape surprise thrilled attendees. Mrs Wallace and Mr Martin judged costumes, church service changes follow, and 4 H Blue Bonnets patterned hats in a busy week.

Ape Hallowe’en Centre W.I Ballinafad Ballinatad Wallace Martin

Gold and the Dollar in Your Pocket booklet offer

A promotional notice touts a free 36 page booklet on gold and the dollar in your pocket. It claims decades of stock market insight and urges readers to respond with name and address to receive the speculative security information.

Oan Evere Gordon-Daly Corporation Limited Richmond St. West Toronto Ontario Iron Cuff Mines Limited

Knox Heather Club Rummage Sale Opens At Post Office

The Knox Heather Club held a rummage sale Friday afternoon in the old post office. Shoppers lined up long before opening as they waited for the doors to open, making it the most successful event of its kind in recent memory.

Rotary Meeting Reports Scout Hall Alterations

Acton Rotary Club held its regular dinner meeting at the Dominion Hotel where after supper a report was heard on alterations and improvements to the Scout Hall.

Acton

Knox Ladies Aid Notes October Meeting and Flooring Update

The Knox Ladies' Aid met in October with Mrs. A. M. MacPherson presiding. Mrs. Griffin Sprow and Mrs. William McIntyre led worship. Bruce Cargill of Lakeview Discount Centre supervised the new kitchen floor covering installation and offered flooring care tips with two company representatives. They attended lunch together and the meeting concluded with a Mizpah benediction and social time.

Knox Ladies’ Aid A. M. MacPherson Griffin Sprow William McIntyre Bruce Cargill Lakeview Cargil

Hunters Should Ask Owners Permission Before Hunting

A disjointed report stresses that hunters must seek permission to hunt on private property. It notes an unsafe incident where seek permission failed or was delayed, causing difficulty with trespassers in a private area. Emphasis remains on courtesy and safety in land access.

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