30 Nov 1961
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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Nov 30, 1961
Page
1
Halton County Council last week sought temporary space for civil defense offices and a juvenile and family courtroom as a new courthouse complex rises. The Children’s Aid Society urged better facilities and the group plans a one year rental in a vacant Queen Street house near the Health Unit.
Mrs. L Tryssenaar hosted the Greenock W I for its November meeting on Canadian Industries and Agriculture. The Niagara fruit belt, canneries and cold storage plants employ many workers. program noted Ontario as the fruit and vegetable basket of Canada. Contests included plain tea biscuits lemon pie and a dining room flower arrangement. two wool articles were requested for the hobby show.
A Farm Forums discussion on Monday November 20 examined how farm family life has changed and whether these changes are for the better. Reported benefits include broader educational opportunities and better communities with youth organizations while nostalgia grows for earlier family togetherness. The group suggested more family inclusive social events and stronger community facilities. most agreed farm youth may choose city life, though country life remains viable for starting a family.
The essay argues a Scout troop is not a purchasable product but a handmade, unique effort shaped by parents and scouters. It emphasizes steady, thoughtful guidance, fatigue, and memory as the true measure of success, with lasting joy for the scouts and world peace.
A National Union of Public Employees representative urged Halton County Council on Tuesday November 21 to re hire three road department workers laid off November 16. Truck drivers Willis Pettibone and James Preston and laborer Jack Gould had four three and five years with the county respectively, yet were dismissed while four less senior staff remained.
Mrs James Loutett of 227 McDonald Boulevard won $60 in vouchers in Acton Merchants Free Living Draw held at the post office with Paul Neilsen conducting the event. Crowds gathered at Willow Street to witness the moment as police managed traffic after the announcement. Merchants sponsoring the weekly draw include Pauls Men s and Boys Wear Rachlin Jewellers Paulette FashionShop Cameo Style Shop Junior Model Custom Cleaners Gordon Hardware Bradleys Meat Market Drows Meat Market Lovell Brothers Meat Market Ledger s IGA.
The Halton County Federation of Agriculture insurance committee surveyed Acton Georgetown and Milton fairs. Over 21s answered yes to teaching driving instructions in high schools, with 663 in favor and 55 opposed. A pony and cart prize stimulated interest. winner was Ro Armstron of Acton.
A strong crowd attended the Boy Scouts euchre in Eden Mills hall on Saturday night. Prize winners included high score Mrs Henry Borden and lone hands Mrs Gil bertson. Men’s high Sam Glazier and lone hands Allan Timslow HH Bucham. Cardettes Club Cadre prize winners were high Marg Perry lone hands Marg Bhaklock Flow Betty Marshall. Mr Peter Kidd visited Clinton station on leave. weekend guests included Mr and Mrs Bert Stevenson and Miss Lorna Stevenson.
A partial user note discusses saving behavior and a question about someone’s prior statements. It mentions a time marker and personal wondering about accuracy of prior claims. The legibility is limited and no additional context is available.
The Canadia at the Ontario School for the Deaf in Belleville highlights John Wright as the new linotype operator at the Free Press with his night shift alongside Dick Ellerbeck. Wright appears in two photos and is linked to certificates, merit, sport titles, and a senior track runner up.
A farmer explains to a city woman how insects threaten crops with corn borers and potato bugs harming produce. The city resident sympathizes with dairy people and notes the butterflies’ nuisance to the industry.
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