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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Oct 04, 1962
Page
16
About a dozen men arrived for a painting bee at the arena Sunday, finishing seats in scarlet and grey. Recreation director Jim Casburn oversaw the effort with firemen and Legionnaires volunteering. 12 in the morning and 14 in the afternoon. A final session tonight will complete screening pillars posts and stairwells with more volunteers expected.
In Acton a monthly firefighters draw awards $50 to a lucky winner. Harold Townsley family members account for $250 in winnings with Karen Townsley aged 10 winning once Julie aged 2 winning twice in two years. Milton firemen hosted a Santa Claus Fun Fair to fund their Christmas party. Julie and brother Jeff shared a winning ticket and claimed $100.
Board discussed parking issues at Acton schools with cars blocking driveways and emergency access. They will consider no parking signs, possible staff parking at Scout Hall, and review caretaker car movements while planning tree planting and library book setups.
Board considers revised scholarship plan to reward students by average and total marks. New funding boosts may add prizes while tighter rules and inspector visits aim to raise academic standards across Adib District High.
Water pressure tests were conducted on new storage tanks near Churchill Road North with 460 gallons a minute flow. Crews filled tanks almost to capacity, inspected for leaks, and planned disinfection before storage, while studying pressure ventral valves to prevent high line pressures.
Senior griders at Acton defeated Mite Lowell College Guelph 256 to 0 after noon. Energetic action featured three point plays by Matt Hayes and strong defense from the home squad as the crowd cheered. Local booster names Folson, Witham, and Van Der Pallet noted.
After six months, Hydro employees remain at odds with the city over a proposed three year contract. Key issues include a $40 weekly sick benefit and changes to health and life insurance within a combined package. Negotiators and officials, including Mayor John Goy and Chairman J. Bert Wood, continue to seek a resolution as talks proceed and a conciliation stage is invoked.
An inquest found that a farmer died due to overconfidence while operating a harvester. The accident occurred on a farm near Georgetown with riders and bystanders noting precautions to prevent public harm. Crown Attorney Peter Mi Wolbarmsst led the inquiry, with local residents Herbert Rad, Elmo Atkinson, Alex Cushner, Charles Gough, and James Stark named as participants.
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