Hydro Lay Off One Staffer Due to Shortage of Work
The meeting on Thursday November 9 discussed staffing cuts at the hydro division amid fewer major projects. Superintendent Mason indicated 40 meters to be fixed and approx 190 meters checked with two workers possible for remaining tasks. Changes proposed include potential staff reductions and responsibilities for poles and wiring under rural hydro, with auditors noting various small payments and a total of $747.32 approved for accounts.
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Hydro
Hero Commission
Peddice
Doug Mason
John Ho Gov
Rural Hydro
Afro Mason
Gordon Beatty
Me Mason
Alser
Afi
Mason
Oshawa Man Dies in Second Fatality on 401 Near Milton
A Friday night crash on Highway 401 near Milton claimed the life of an Oshawa man, marking the year's second fatality in North Halton. The driver Willan Soh rank, 22, of Oshawa, died at Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital after colliding with another vehicle. Passenger Chamberlain Belanger, 93, of Rayside, Ont, remained hospitalized with head injuries. The other driver, Jota Gangrich, 43, of Fortonte, died at the scene. Investigators said the westbound car attempted to pass a truck, crossed the median, and collided with an eastbound vehicle causing multiple incidents on area highways.
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North Halton O.plpl Investipateil
Oshawa
Milton
Agtons
North Halroo
Willan Sohrank
Ovatoent
Jota Gangrich
Foronte
Hespa Lal
Stadar Cusca- Poles
Toronto
Start New Court House In Milton Construction Under Way
After the Ontario Municipal Board approved the $760,462 court house and administration building project in Milton, Tope Construction began site work with men and equipment. The official sod turning is scheduled for Thursday at 3 pm, with the building to include a registry office county offices two court rooms and additional facilities.
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Ontario Municipal Board
Milton
Tope Constructon
Hamilton
Induct Rev. West at St Alban’s Church
The ceremony installed the Rev D West as rector of the parish. Bishop Walter Bagnall officiated as presiding dignitary with readings and prayers guiding the rite for the parish’s spiritual leadership.
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Rev
D. West
St. Alban’s Church
Doh West
Oat Naar
Walter Bagnall
Hal Wall
Nomination Night Sets Stage for Town Elections
Nomination night approaches on Thursday November 25 as citizens nominate candidates for mayor reeve deputy-reeve and councilors along with three school trustees and two hydro commissioners for the December 5 election. Nominated names will be posted on a large black board in the gymnasium until 8 30 pm. Polling booths will be Acton United Church Ward No 1 subdivision 1 V M L A Ward No 1 subdivision 2 Town Hall Ward No 2 Luxton Memorial Hall Wilton Street Ward No 3 UMLGA and Ward No 4 UMLGA with deputy returning officers listed.
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Citizena
Munnk Ciyal Council
Hydro Slo
Gytttinasturn Froncesd Pa
Pan
Namen
Tayor
Reeve
Deyuly-Reeve
Aly Councitlora
School -Trissteee
Hydro Cominatow
Buathar
Acton United Church
Vera Inglla
Subddvialin
V.mlc.a
Kathleen Huret
Council Chambera
Town Hall
Harriet Helwig
Luxton
Menorial
Wilton St
Virginia Dunwrah
Umlga
Annie Anderson
Citizens Help Needed to Boost St John Brigade
Acton division of the St John Ambulance Brigade seeks more members to maintain first aid duties and potential arena service. Council will form a committee to recruit interested citizens as current members struggle to sustain operations in Hilton county.
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St. John Brigade
St. John Ambulance Brigade
Acton
Robert Soehirt
Hilton County
Thames
Bells and Dial Testing At Church Bell Telephone Plant
Telegraph lines buzz as Northern Electric workers test a dial system before the December 7 switchover. A large panel tracks each number for faults with lights and buzzers signaling success or errors. The report notes intermittent sounds and no sound cases as crews verify all lines. Only 39 days remain until Christmas shopping begins.
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Northern Electric
Howard Garvey
Bell Telephone
Church Toa
Northern Electric Warkoen
Remembrance Day Service Honors World War Servicemen
Acton and district gathered under blue skies for Remembrance Day services led by Acton Canadian Legion Branch 197. Wreaths were placed at the cenotaph by local officials and veterans as Bugle calls sounded The Last Post and Reveille.
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Citzens
Acton
Canadian Legion Branch 197
Legion Hall
Mav Storey
Albert
W.D. Elmer South
Wakefred Coles
Lome Soars
Cenetauph
MeRenaié
Legion
Doug Guthrie
Othe
Ontario
Les Duby
Ham Peal
Acton Legion
R. Angell
Legion Ladies’ Auxiliary
W. Coles
Duke of
Jeffares
Legionaaires
Rockwood
Cemetery Land Acquisition Hopes for Expansion and Assessments
The town moved to acquire 449 acres adjacent to Farrview cemetery along Queen Street West to expand the cemetery. Coles will allow subdivision of remaining land for a residence and construction. Assessor Ladouceur told council assessment rolls would finish by the extended deadline, with overtime approved to meet Sept 10.
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Comel
Byw Sr S
Stan
David Buwin Coles
Matton
Caeres
Farrvdew
Purchine
Queen Street
Acgarding
Coles Wilh
James
Guy
Care Cab
Coumnel
Asec
Joh Lanlomeeur
Ole
Fice
Joe Hurst
Hurst
Bie Daucecur
Robert Litthe
Mick Holmes
Remembrance Day Service at Robert Little School
The Remembrance Day observance at Robert Little Public School honored fallen soldiers with Mayor Jobo Goy recounting wartime service. The ceremony featured the Last Post and Reveille by the band, readings, prayers, and songs by the senior choir and student performers.
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Robert Little
Selena
Jobo Goy
Ob Pu
Trevdom
Snottorin
Seout David Watson
Glen Holmes
Chairan
Bernie Frealer
Prade Nine
Ato Jurnee
Actan Citizens Band
Swear in Judge G Elliott At Ceremony Planned
Hatton appoints George FB Bilwott of Mitton as judge elect. Ceremony at Hatton Court House on November 24 at 4 pm with the Hatton County Law Society hosting and around 400 people expected. Hamilton’s Junbee Wo OP Schwwenger to conduct the oath with civic dignitaries invited.
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Hatton
George FB. Bilwott
Mitton
Othe Hatton Court House
Phalton County Law Society
Athena
Junbee
Hamilton
Perens
dudeUbiott
Elliott
Urgent Blood Drive Seeks 300 Donors Tonight
The blood clinic remains open until 9 PM this Thursday as donors are urged to give. Chairman Vic Patrick and his committee aim for 300 donors this afternoon and evening, inviting any interested citizen to donate a pint of blood.
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Vic Patrick
Outline Foundation Report At Acton Rotary Meeting
Acton Rotary Club heard a Rotary Foundation report. The presentation described student exchange and study abroad programs and their goal to foster goodwill and understanding. Attendees included guests from nearby clubs and district committee members.
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Acton Lions Club
Acton
Cooksville
Smeetingg
Geore Blick
Guelph
Wat Suanmefoad Feather
Laecombe
Alberta
Aisapres
Qcaibers
Acton Pedustoal Camuussion
Jack Delones
Tewde and “Indus Gs Brome
Tagonte
Scoutmaster Bree Wallisemson Relocates to Newmarket
Bree Wallisemson and family relocate to Newmarket as she continues as scoutmaster for the troop despite the move. The permanent force of the Canadian Army is mentioned in relation to the context.
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Bree Wallisemson
Hase
Newmarket
Eoowath
Williamset Wall
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