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Newspaper

Acton Free Press

Location

Acton, Ontario, Canada

Date

Nov 03, 1966

Page

5

Planning Board weighs township plan and zoning bylaw changes

Nassagaweya Planning Board chairman Grant Campbell summarized two public meetings on the township official plan and zoning bylaw. Ratepayers urged clarity on nonconforming uses, Mohawk Raceway, village boundaries, quarry controls, and subdivision guidance while urging a future meeting and broader copy distribution.

Nassagaweva Planning Board Grant Campbell Isis Fon Coumee Amd Neoarty Brookville Schall Auditanum Magessied Cemern Dennis Campbell Ackman Phinning Board Mohawk Raceway Flood

Y's Men discuss purpose and duties at Acton meeting

Howard Pearce, the newest Y's Man, addressed the Acton club on why they are there. He spoke of social fellowship, community duty, and renewal, urging members to recreate themselves and engage with the world today. President Bill Nelles outlined plans as reports on turkey tickets bingo and a musical show were reviewed.

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

Eden Mills U C W meeting and Rally Sunday highlights

Eden Mills U C W met at the home of Mrs. Ben Saulnier for October session with devotional led by Mrs. No Marshall and speaker Mrs. James Hamer on Thanksgiving. Business, reports, and plans for a November 19 bazaar and tea followed. Rally Sunday at Eden Mills United Church included teacher installation and pins for attending children. Mr. and Mrs. Van Rhign baptized their son David Karl. Royal sympathy extended to Roy Gordon family.

Eden Mills Presbyterian Church Maxwell Waterloo College Waterloo van Rhign David Karl Mansell Lowrie Grand Rapids Mich W. Lowrie Isabell Rochester N.Y D. Daniels Roy Gordon R. Wright Herb Glazier Stratford Eden Mills U.C.W Ben Saulnier No Marshall Jesus Saves Eden Mills United Church

Trade associations could help design industrial facilities

R. R. Parker writes for a trade magazine in October addressing who should clean up industrial wastes who should pay and how to set up controls He replies as one of four water quality authorities noting his role as vice president of Beardmore and Co and now a consulting engineer with Reid Crowther and Partners The piece explores industry led solutions to waste management challenges.

Mohawk Ackman 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 during a special Friday session. The Van Gils appeal was the only one heard and concerned the building housing Rendezvous Beauty Salon. Chairman Alec Near and members Col Gordon Brown John Blair Dewart Flemming and George Fish comprised the panel.

Halton

Churchill Halloween Party Honors Local Couple at Hall

Churchill Community held a Halloween party in the church hall on October 27 for Linda and Fred Thompson celebrating their marriage at Ballinafad Hall. Guests enjoyed dancing to Melody Men with master of ceremonies Robert Kerr and an address by Mirson. Denny presented a china cabinet as a gift, and the couple expressed thanks to all helpers. A larger crowd later attended a community Halloween event sponsored by United Church Women with prize categories for various ages and costumes. The U C W notes a fall and Christmas bazaar and tea on November 9 at Churchill Church, starting 2 pm, with guest speaker and program. Archie Kerr and family celebrated a 34th wedding anniversary nearby.

Churchil Linda Fred Thompson Ballinafad Hall Robert Kerr Fred Mirson Denny Churchill, Hall United Church Women R. J. Anderson Johnson Georgetown Dwight Engel Don Anderson David Turner Elizabeth Stroker Carol Buchanan Eric Stroker Norman Saunders A. Winter D. Anderson W. Buchanan Robert Hart Elizabeth Strokov Veral Strokov Beverley Leitch Churchill U.C.W Churchill Church Archie .Kerr Vanatter Fenelon Falls

Fire Slightly Damages New Home Attic After Blaze

Firefighters responded to a blaze at a new home where smoke reached the attic. Mr. Bishop returned home to learn his daughter had survived the incident with shock but no injuries. He noted the house and contents are insured.

F. E. Benson S. Sideroad Len Chandler Mr. Blood Hind

Ape Surprise at Ballinafad Hallowe en Party

The Ballinafad Community Centre hosted a Hallowe en celebration sponsored by the W I with thrilling costumes and a surprising ape appearance that drew laughter and excitement. Mrs Wallace and Mr Martin judged the costumes amid a lively night. Church service times were adjusted to 12 15 on Sunday with Sunday school at 1. The euchre night at the centre saw 10 tables with high scorers named. The 4 H club Blue Bonnets cut hats from book patterns, learned bias strips, and created hats.

Ape Hallowe’en Centre W.I Ballinafad Ballinatad Wallace Martin Cutting Robert McEnery Lionel Watson Hubert Hamilton

Gold and the Dollar in Your Pocket prospectus

A 36 page booklet titled Gold and the Dollar in Your Pocket is offered free with no obligation. The advertisement touts stock market expertise built on 30 years in the business and promises readers can profit via advance information. It invites names and addresses to obtain a copy and notes the firm acts as principal in speculative securities.

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

Rummage sale draws crowds at Knox Heather Club

A rummage sale hosted by the Knox Heather Club opened Friday afternoon in the old post office. Dozens of shoppers queued eagerly as the event began.

Rotary meeting reports on Scout remodel at Dominion Hotel

Acton Rotary Club held its regular dinner meeting at the Dominion Hotel. After dinner the speaker reported on proposed alterations and improvements at the Scout hall, outlining plans and potential benefits for the organization.

Acton

Ladies of Knox Aid Discuss Flooring at October Meeting

The Knox Ladies' Aid met in October with Mrs A M MacPherson presiding and a timely thought for the day. Mrs Griffin Sprow and Mrs William McIntyre led worship while Bruce Cargill and two company representatives inspected the kitchen floor covering laid under contract at Lakeview Discount Centre. Cargill attended with staff to offer care tips. members shared lunch and a Mizpah benediction followed by a social.

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

Hunters Should Seek Owners Permission Before Hunting

A fragmented note emphasizes that hunting on private property without owner consent is disrespectful and dangerous. It recounts an incident where intruders trespassed, prompting the property owner to locate them and insist they leave. The piece reiterates the rule that hunters must obtain permission prior to entering private land.

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