Absence at Acton Nomination Meeting Leaves Vacancy Unfilled
14 people attend the Acton nomination meeting as no candidates are put forward to fill the vacancy created by Tom Nichol’s resignation. With about 1400 eligible citizens, the clerk and council consider options including postponing filling the seat or seeking departmental permission to skip nominations for the year.
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Acton
Gil
Tom Nichol
A. Ias A
Gill
T Cook
Nekoomalank
Mason
Coues
Cook
McGeechie
Department of Municipal Affairs
Acton Women’s Institute Plans Fair Exhibits
The September meeting at Mrs W Denny’s Brock Avenue was led by President Mrs ROL Davidson. Members and visitors discussed Acton Fair exhibits and Georgetown Fair plans including homemade candy for a nursery rhyme themed display. A charity hot dinner was arranged for Fair Day with poems and humor shared by members.
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Acton Women's Institute
W. Denny
Brock Ave
Rol. Davidson
Acton
Georgetown
Mra Mo MacAuley
Farr Lambert
Freda Anderson
van Institute
Guelph
Explain Cut Offs To Complainants
The council explains recent power cut offs to complainants and outlines causes. Mechanical interruptions affected local customers with August demand peaking at 2464 kilowatts. Utilities work includes water and hydro projects on Mill Street East and surrounding streets with plans submitted for health approval and debentures.
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Aston Stee
Cansmission
Norhal
Wilson
MEPC
Acton
Anderson
Ans
Mill Street
Acton Boulevard
Peel St
Queen Street
Crescent St
Fairview Ave
Department of Health
Fur Ther
Department of Municipal Affairs
Miss Braida and Mrs Mahood Named Limerick Contest Winners
Miss Rena Braida and Mrs. Mahood were announced among 50 winners of a Canada wide limerick contest. Braida placed 18th from 340000 entries and awaits prize details while Mahood also awaits word on her award. The two fear prizes may cause postal congestion when delivered.
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Rena Braida
Mahood
Limerick
New Minister Met At Choir Practice
A local church gathering noted the new minister meeting with the choir during practice. References describe the minister and attendees, a presentation to Mrs Currey and Kenneth Aftan, and a later plan for a community corn roast hosted by the ministers.
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Des
Mra
Currey
Kenneth
Barry CO
Council Postpone Naming of Street
Council postponed naming a street amid talks on by law for Agnes Street from Wilton to Main and a hind tune east of town. Residents discussed sewer work, a CN Rail agreement, tree removal on Lake Ave, curb and ditch issues, crushed stone sourcing, and rear service of houses on No 7 Highway. votes and attendance noted.
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Agnes Sto
Wilton
Mian
Fu Huetty
Reguihar
Mao Wes Beatty
Council
Hansen Wa
Cand
Ams Hola Igs
Wade
Ise
Abe Road
Canadian National Railway
Mall St
Hinton
Lake Ave
Reewere
Wes Haven
Greer
Hargrave
Roswell
Thompson Reeve Tyler
Neeve McLeod
Mason
Hydro workers suffer shocks and falls on power line
Kerwin McPhail age 23 of R R 3 was shocked by an electric wave and fell 30 feet suffering a broken nose abrasions burns and eye hemorrhage. He remained in Guelph General Hospital for several days. Hubert Goodman age 20 of Nova Scotia was struck by 4900 volts on No 7 highway east of town sustaining superficial injuries and was discharged after treatment at Guelph General Hospital.
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Kerwin’ McPhail
R. Ro 3
Guelph General Hospital
Hydro
Hubert Goodman
Nova Scotia
Tank Next Summer Aim At Swimming Pool Committee
The meeting discussed securing ten ders for the proposed swimming project. Andersen to prepare specifications and cost details for the construction. A contribution was requested, with telegrams to be sent from passenger trains to relay the message.
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Singig
Andersen
Anderson
Owas
Shen
Rotary hears talk on unions and production
Rotarians heard Mino Ironsides of the Canadian Congress of Labor explain unions and their aim to raise workers voices in public affairs. He urged higher production to fund broader pensions while noting current capacity. The talk, introduced by Tony Tronside, drew Guelph visitors and was followed by an open discussion plan through October.
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Acton
Canada
Mino Tronsides
Toronto
Mi Tronsides
Canadian Congress of Labor
Mir Ironsides
Tony Tronsides
Johnny Gay
Guelph
George Mason
Staff Pair To Visit Chicago Exposition
A pair of staff members will travel to the Chicago Exposition to present an array of items and displays. The event is set to feature a large crew of operators and performers from various regions, highlighting international participation and printing equipment.
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Chicago
van Chieu Wal
Deddlars Worth
Atotey
Liege
Penorniog
Improved Service Follows Shut Off At Local Power Station
Power disruption across Guelph Acton and surrounding towns prompted major upgrades including auto transformers and new switch structures. A 3900 kilowatt capacity doubled service at Acton substation with cement foundations and towers in place. Workers prepare a 15 by 19 foot cement cushion for the new controls while citizens praise upkeep and a strike at Wool Combing Corp appears averted through negotiations.
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Tadhay
Hyde
Coeteth
Aeston
Sur
Avstem
Guelph
Hockwood
Acton
Marre
Wilson
Querr Sto
Hillcrest
Hamilton
High School Board Chooses From Five Proposed Sites
North Halton High School board adopted a preference process for five possible sites for a central school. Ballots favored Milton options but top sites were narrowed to three for further review by the Building Committee. The board will consult Education officials and report at the next meeting.
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North Halton High School
Lea
Roth
Lena
Speyside
Echoul
Lawis
Ewu
WoWnet
Wally Tomers
New
Cote Aes
Cola
Raites
Spectrate Kelown
Acton
Georgetown
Iwat
East Herth
Speysine
Speyude
Milton
Milan
Spessides Georgetown Road
Silver Creek
Kon Brown
Omer
Salver Creek
Department of Education
Weat Inhouse Co
Town Fair to Open Sept 22 With Parades and Exhibits
Town residents anticipate a September 22 fair featuring a stock parade, animal demonstrations, a band concert, and an abundance of midway rides and games. Highlights include a Field Artillery display, horse shows, livestock contests, and a night dance. Local groups expect demonstrations of crafts, the stock show, and family-friendly contests such as eating and baby events.
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Satara
God
Mrs Clara Lane 82 Dies After Illness at Home
Mrs Clara Celestia Lane age 82 died at her home 08 Agnes St last Sunday after a two month illness. She was born on the Fifth Line of Erin Township in 186H and married there in 1887. The funeral from Victor B Rumley Funeral Home Acton was conducted by Rev Cur Te y. Pallbearers included nephews John Sprowd Griffin Sprowl Arthur Griffin Carman Griffin Harold Griffin. Flower bearers listed Mac Calvin Sprowd Ralph Clarence Denny Smith Griffin and Jas Ritchie. Surviving brothers are George Griffin Erin and Smith Griffin Erin Township. Master Amanda Woodward Hamilton and her daughter Mrs Charlie Allen lived with her in Acton.
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Clara Celestia Lane
Agnes St
Victor B. Rumley
Acton
Turaday
Cur- Tey
Lane
John Sprowd
Grifin Sprowl
Arthur Griffin
Carman Griffin
Harold Griffin
Mac
Calvin Sprowd
Ralph
Clarence Denny
Smith Griffin
Jas. Ritchie
George Griffin
Erin
Erin Township
Amanda Woodward
Hamilton
Charlie Allen
Heathers From Scotland Bring Luck to Editor
A parcel with overseas stamps arrives containing white and purple Scottish heather directed to the editor. A note from Alex Lees explains gratitude for an anniversary edition and mentions a Macpherson marriage. The piece invites fellow Scots to share the gift and its luck.
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Scotland
Heather
Alex. Lees
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Rowles
Consolidated Engine and Pump Co
Hufnagel
Utiities Commission
Woowas
Eric Hansen
Hepc Operating Division
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Rotary International
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