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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Nov 13, 1968
Page
29
Mrs Anna Wilson ends 30 years behind the counter of the village general store in Eden Mills retiring at Christmas. For decades she opened at 6.30am and stayed until 9pm six days a week, even answering late phone calls for forgotten bread or vanilla. The store remains largely unchanged aside from a removed veranda post.
Acton town council clashed over forecasts and methods for guiding growth to a population near 15 000. A narrowly passed motion authorized engaging Project Planners to outline future development and annexation plans, despite objections about cost and scope of land nearby Esquesing township.
Remembrance day services at the cenotaph and Knox church preceded a Legion Hall veterans dinner. About 70 attended including 15 in the Ladies Auxiliary. Master of ceremonies Max Storey spoke of old sweats as 16 WWI veterans remain. Chevaliers certificate presented by Mayor Duby and others. Films shown included Field of Service. Poppy fund chair Jim Higgins thanked supporters.
The Ontario Safety League emphasizes patience to offset winter driving hazards. The message urges motorists not to begrudge the wait, noting that winter feels endless though it will pass.
The Metropolitan Toronto Police Mounted Unit presents a new version of its famed musical ride at the Royal Agricultural Winter Fairs arena. The 16-horse unit, eight black and eight bay, from a stable of 42 horses and 52 officers, features police pipe band style formations with bamboo lances and pennants enhancing the display.
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