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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Sep 13, 1962
Page
11
Local softball playoff clash produced a tense series with an underdog edge. Top players, all local boys, rallied as the crowd packed the bleachers and anticipation grew for a possible series upset before the decisive finale.
In a Thursday league finale, Smite Hotelers defeated Dominion Hotel 21-9 to clinch a place in the town league finals. The match featured decisive offense and strong defense as the Hotelers surged ahead, leaving their opponents overwhelmed and struggling to respond.
Grocers take a lead in the series with a 12 to 6 victory over the Hose Firemen in the opening final. The game featured strong hitting and notable pitching as both teams battled for supremacy in a tense early title clash.
Campbellville defeated Ajax 14 to 2 in a high scoring qualifier game. Wingrove led Campbellville with five hits in as many at bats including a home run, while Cairns and Wingrove drove in several runs as Campbellville erased an early Ajax lead and pulled away with dominant late innings. Ajax showed strong fielding but could not withstand Campbellville’s first inning surge and sustained pressure.
Acton citizens band starts fall beginners class. Applications accepted Wednesday nights at town hall during band practice. Interested individuals should contact band president Ted Tyler Jr. A number of instruments are available.
Acton student John Leath begins forestry studies at North Carolina universities with enrollment in place this week. Parents Mr and Mrs Charles Leath assist move in as he starts a college career noted for outdoor interests. Previous schooling included Act Com High School last year and a focus on outdoor activities.
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