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Newspaper

Acton Free Press

Location

Acton, Ontario, Canada

Date

Oct 11, 1956

Page

4

Halton Teachers Elect Officers At Friday Convention

The Halton Teachers Institute annual convention met in Burlington with President Elmer Smith of Acton presiding. Speakers included L L Skuce and Rev L Hultgren. about 1355 county teachers could not attend due to a weekend tour to New York City. Officers and rural and graded representatives were announced and entertainment provided by Burlington performers.

Halton Teachers’ Institute Lawrie Smith Burlington Elmer Smith Acton L. Hultgren Nalton R. HO Brayford Namatan Teachers’ College M. M. Archeson Burhuston Italton Trinity United Church Joseph Connell Kitchener - Waterson Ymca Ari Virginia Coombes Brian Coopes J. M. Denyes L. L. Skuce R. F. Bornhold CF. Jordan Bed J. .D Hogan June Evans Georgetown D. E. Smith Frank Connelly Trafalgar Miss. M.S. Gemmell Milton Fred W Brown Oakville Esquesing R. McKeown Nassagaweya F. J. Parsons Wm. Nedger Burlington and Bronte J. Smith B.A. Nelson K. Skuce North Halton W. Stein B.A A. A. Balfour G G Gordon Inez McDougall Wellington Waterloo Dufferin New York City

Vows Are Said In City Church Toronto Wedding

A double ring ceremony at St John s chapel Toronto on October 6 united Betty May Lambert and Russall W Arbie in marriage. The bride daughter of Mr and Mrs Earl Lambert Acton and the groom son of Mr and Mrs H Arbie Acton. Rev F Wallery officiated. The bride wore a street length brocaded white satin gown with lace and sequins and carried roses and carnations. Her sister Mrs Ron Gillespie was her only attendant in pale green tafera gown with roses and carnations. Wayne Arbie served as a groomsman with ushers Ron Gillespie and Lorne Arbie. The reception featured Aladioli and asters. The couple plan to live in Toronto after a motor trip through the States. Guests from Hamilton Toronto Milton and Acton attended.

St John's Chapel Toronto Betty-May Lambert Russall W . Arbic Earl Lambert Acton Zroom H. Arbie F. Wallery Ron Gillespie Wayne Arbie Lorne Arbie Milton

Horticulture Topic Of Talk At October Duke Chapter

The October meeting of the Duke of Devonshire chapter of the 1.C.C.E. was held at Mrs. Lorne Youngblut home. A business meeting preceded an illustrated lecture on horticulture by Prof. Weall of the Ontario Agricultural College. Mrs Bert Mowatably thanked Prof. Weall for his witty informative talk. The hostess trio served luncheon.

Duke of Devonshire 1.C.C.E Lorne Youngblut Weall Ontario Agricultural College Bert

Meeting Notes From C.G.L.T. October Session

On October 8 the C.G.LT. meeting opened with crafts and addressing envelopes. Mrs. Davidson read scripture and Betty Lemon led a sing song after 14 girls were counted in during the roll call. The meeting closed with taps.

C.g.lt Crafts

Council Tackles Drainage and Street Upgrades in Acton

Acton council heard reports on rebuilding Fairy Lake bank drainage and culverts, and refused acceptance of an unwanted gas line. They discussed paving release, street access, road grades in Lakeview, and a planned water test drill by International Water Supply Ltd. Subdivision splits, mall sidewalk work timing, speeding near works, and Mills Street parking were debated, with a notice to publish about unbroken cartons for garbage collection. A commendation was suggested for the fire brigade after a school fire and churches marked Thanksgiving.

United Suburban Gas Co Ltd Abe Mna Street Rayner Construction Co Ltd Wo Wilson Lakeview Toronto W. C Seen International Water Supply Ltd A. P. Green Firetrack Co. Ltd Wallace Street Acton McGeachie Counellor Cook North Mills Street Mill Street Fire Brigade

Hespeler wedding binds Isobel Clemens to George McBain

Isobel Joyce Clemens and George Withiam Murray McBain wed at Hespeler United Church on September 29 at 2:30 pm. Officiant Rev JOM Butler presided as family and wedding party wore pastel blue tones and silver accessories. Reception followed at Barber's Beach banquet hall with both families in formal blue outfits. couple to reside at 20 Hopeton Street, Galt.

Hespeler United Church Isobel Joyce Clemens George Withiam Murray McBain Reid Clemens Hespeter George McBrain Petes Murray Acton

C.W.L Euchre Winners Named At St Josephs Hall

Winners at the C.W.L Euchre event held last Saturday in St Josephs Parish Hall were A White and Mrs Harold Sunter taking the men’s first and second prizes. ladies’ first prize went to Mrs Osbourne with Mrs McCristall as second. low prize awarded to Reno Braida.

St Joseph's Parish Hall A. White Harold Sunter Osbourne McCristall Reno Braida

Night school offers eight classes at high school

Eight courses will run at the high school despite low turnout with 120 enrolled. Courses include oil painting, weaving, copper tooling, upholstery, and children's clothing under instructors from Georgetown, Guelph, Stewartsown, and more. Deadline for registration is next Wednesday.

Prank Black Georgetown

Bruce Andrews Wins Thanksgiving Road Race in Guelph

Bruce Andrews placed first in the two mile road race at the Thanksgiving Day meet in Guelph on Monday earning a gold watch. Bob Coxe finished third and John Brown fourth as fellow Acton runners also scored. Coxe won running shoes and Brown a clock.

Bruce ‘Andrews Guelph Acton Guelph Legion Track Club Bruce Andrews Bob Coxe John Brown Bence Andrews Otathan Pulze

Church Presentation Made to Eddie Hawes

A Friday evening service at the Bentecostal Assembly in Batelle honored Eddie Hawes. Pastor Rev Ko Heid Betdte Hawes announced plans to enter Eastern Pentecostal Bible College in Peterborough. Assembly members presented a Bible and purse as thanks. CA president Ross Norton spoke. Clara Cook, vice president, made the presentation.

Ko Heid Betdte Hawes Eastern Pentecostal Bible College Peterborough Ross Norton Clara Cook

Lake side Chapter Meeting Highlights Fund Donations

The Lakeside chapter meeting at the Legion Hall featured a Chinese auction as the evening’s highlight. Members approved 40 dollars for the parks commission and 50 dollars for the Legion poppy fund. Final plans were set for a two evening fashion show next Wednesday and Thursday. The vice regent Miss Jesate Coles presided.

Lakeside Legion Hall Torhe Parks Commission Legion Poppy Fund Cockates Jesate Coles

Bright satin wedding in Ballinafad church

A candlelight double ring ceremony was held September 28 at Ballinafad United Church officiated by Reverend Armstrong with Alan Neelan assisting. Marjorie Warne and William Hell wed, with Warne family hosting a reception at Waides House. Bridesmaids wore red velvet and carried white Bibles, while Miss Debbie Taylor wore red velvet for the reception.

Ballinafad United Church Hen. R Hi. Armstrong Hamilton Alan Neelan Ballinafad Marjorie Elta Robert Warne RR. 2 Acton Willian James Hell Garnet Waters Mise Muriel Hills Mim Helen van Wagner Lawrence Park Carseyes Debbie Taylor Voronte

Honeymoon Visit Amidst Grey Attire and Hats

A couple travels to the Georgian Bay peninsula for their honeymoon. The bride wore a pinkish grey gown with a black feathered hat and white Orion coal. On return they plan to settle in Waterloo with the bride entering a local hospital and the groom attending Wa Jdedton College for studies.

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