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Newspaper

Acton Free Press

Location

Acton, Ontario, Canada

Date

Oct 28, 1965

Page

24

County Road Developments Highlight Highways Meeting

October 2 session at Guelph brought Minister of Highways MacNaughton and Wellington Road officials with county engineers to discuss the County Roads Needs Survey. They outlined how direct aid and subsidies tie to county systems and stressed local council control after survey results. John Root noted petitions protesting deletions as the Area Transportation Study proceeds to safeguard King’s Highway needs.

Hommdeble Chertse Michaughe Tem Wellington Suburban Road Commission County Engieer Guelph Mr. Machon MacNaughton County Council Root County Bewl Department of Highways Orion and Grand Valley Dept. of Highways

Work in Trinidad Described on Tape

WWCW unit 3 members heard a tape of Rev Roy Nechall discussing church work in Trinidad. A Chinese boy father writes from abroad thanking sponsors for funds enabling schooling and travel. A Mooswane girl at a training school in Galt sends thanks. A packed schedule for the Fred Vector Mission with Mrs Irwin was announced.

Trinidad Wwcw. Unit 3 Roy Nechall Moos Wnee Galt Fred Vector Mission AL Irwin Duight Engel Plano

Grace Clow and Paul Hodge Wed In Candlelight Ceremony

Grace Clow married Paul Hodge in a candlelight ceremony held September 24 at Trinity United Church in Acton. The bride, daughter of Mr and Mrs Frederick G. Clow, wore a lace gown with a scalloped neckline. attendants included Ruth Clow and bridesmaids in pale pink chiffon over taffeta. The groom is the son of Mr and Mrs M. Hodge of Georgetown. reception followed at the church with guests in formal dress.

St. John Ambulance United Church CD. Ashley Toronto Ashley George Hargrave Acton Trnity Even Ochair Grae Mane “Chow Paul Robert Vinadge Weir Daughr Engel Gcorge Fllcht Aml Frederick G. Clow Main St. N Theymam Farly Mass Ruth Clow Mery Peter Lawr Cathy Higgens Mar Paul Robert Hodge Thei Trinity United Church Grace Clow

Pioneer Days in Nassagawesa Described for Institute Women

The October meeting of the Nassagawesa Women's Institute met at Mis. Malcolm Moffatt's home on October 20. Talks covered local progress, a cancelled Halloween party, and a future meeting at Dad's Restaurant on November 18. A display of old Patties and a historic hand loom illustrated past life and primitive methods, contrasted with modern conveniences.

Nassagawesa Institute Nassagawesa Women's Institute Mis Malcolm Moffatt Fred Edllands Qde Mary Stewart Collet Hallowe'en Guelph Acros Trousdake Ponteur Nassayawea Peenstead Ain Foot

Acton considers new dump site and subsidy plan

The Acton council discusses a possible dump site with a meeting set to view a proposed location. They seek an interim highway subsidy of 30 20868 and have approved a temporary borrowing of 100 000. Rural schools closed for teachers’ convention. Muscular Dystrophy Week fundraising planned with canisters in town stores. Proceeds go to the Muscular Dystrophy Trophy Association in Toronto for research and patient care.

Acton Erin Coupe Dept. of Highways Council Hydro Young St Herb Dodds Harn Oulerden Toronto

Cracks After Blasting Spark Town Debate On Cause

Residents voiced concerns over cracks in homes near a blasting site with officials noting no prior proof the damage came from blasting. Councillors and engineers discussed evidence, claims of prior damage, and possible independent analysis as a public nuisance question lingered.

Irwin Alliedaly Cogine Hughes Ute

Meeting Closes After Anthem And Social Time

Attendees concluded the gathering with the national anthem and a social period. The hostess and committee offered lunch and hosted friendly exchanges as guests departed.

Acton Receives 2000 Telephone Directories Amid Local Push

The Bell Tel Co of Canada distributes 2000 local telephone directories to Acton residents marking a new edition with updated calling data effective November 7. Delivery spans the entire district and includes safety tips and community notices.

Acton Bell Tel Co Canada L. G. Denby Hell Canada Aston Tod

Local quilt drawing crowns top prize winner

In a community event a top prize quilt was awarded after a draw. The article lists multiple participants and tables of card games, with winners including Mire and others named from local clubs and towns.

Rector at Erin Dast Sumdsy

The rector Rev Edwaend Sewell took the helm at Holy tisctoselat and preached at All Nass, Fa. The ceremonial appointment marked the church’s leadership transition and directed parish activities.

Sewell

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