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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Oct 30, 1958
Page
15
The Crown Attorney ordered a mental examination for the Acton mother connected to her son's death. The document notes a trial with a judge and mentions the court's proceedings and attendance.
The Acton Georgetown school project received bids totaling 642161 dollars. The board discussed plans for the additions and noted a separate estimate around 490710 dollars for the Georgetown portion. Local officials and the department reviewed components including drawings and immediate procurement steps.
Pledge support is noted for a Yule Parade with community figures and local groups involved. The report mentions organized efforts, donations, and planning details shaping the event and parade logistics.
A fox near Walter Cole’s home allegedly acted rabid after approaching the property. Cole chased the animal away and notified the game warden, who is expected to inspect the incident and determine next steps.
A fragmentary report notes a polio case reported north of Acton with unclear details. Readers are urged to follow further local updates as information becomes available.
A chaotic incident begins with a stolen car crash at a home prompting authorities to pursue an escapee. Conflicting notes from responders mention a driver and suspect, with little verifiable detail available. Further details are unclear due to damaged text.
County council officials open a new Eden Mills span as engineering details and local planning move forward. The report lists involved firms and regional figures shaping the project scope and timing.
A derailment incident on Diabla Street in Guelph involved a train colliding with a car, injuring a local man named Mao Dennett. Police say the event occurred around evening time with damages estimated near $400.
The report notes the opening ceremony for a new Rockwood bridge with a ribbon cutting by Mrs. MacNeil and remarks on the event led by the Highways Minister. It mentions UNICEF shell outs for world children linked to Halloween fundraising.
A pickup truck driven by Robert P. Dunlop of Kincardine and a delivery truck driven by Tom Per kink of Acton collided at Highway seven and the first line at Baquesag near Acton at 5 30 pm. No injuries reported. Damage totaled 1200 with 1000 to the sedan and 200 to the pickup. Constable Hay Andress of the Halton OPP detachment investigated the crash. Continued on Page Three.
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