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Newspaper

Acton Free Press

Location

Acton, Ontario, Canada

Date

Sep 15, 1966

Page

16

4-H Homemaking Club Leaders Attend Fall Project School

4 H Homemaking club leaders attended a two day training at Grace Anglican Church Milton on September 3 and 14. The fall project Accent an Accessory teaches coordinating accessories and etiquette for hats gloves and jewelry. Members will plan and make coordinated accessory sets with shared and individual tasks for different ages.

Eration Grace Anglican Church Milton Spain Halton

New Officers Assume Charge At Acton Lions Club Meeting

Acton Lions Club held a dinner meeting at the Station Hotel with new officers in charge led by President Dave Ehunter Armando Genasm acting as Lion Cub. Committees were named for the year and Treasurer George Lockerbie reported a successful year with no substantial balance for new projects. Secretary Bob Hall recorded minutes and Lockerbie organized parking and wicket duties at the Acton Fair. CHURCHILL

Acton Lions Club Station Dave Ehunter Armando Gen Amesc Neil Miller George Lockerbie Lion Bob Hall Creasd Lion George Lockerbre Acton Fair Lions Ope Tish Rey Kak Ng A

Churchill Church U C W Reopens Meeting and Awards

The Churchill Church U C W resumed meetings on September 7 at Mrs. George Stephens home with fair attendance. President Mrs. W Thompron opened with prayer and Devotions led by Mrs. Saunders. Five Cross and Crown awards were given at Sunday service for attendance, and enrolment pins awarded to Sunday School children. One member, Robert Denny, suffered a workplace accident losing part of two fingers and is at home.

Churchill Church George Stephens W. Thompron R. Saunders A. Damm Bo Leiteh R. Denny Om Thompson Stephens F. Thompson W. Swackhamer Denny Robert Denny Arthur Swackhamer Guelph Hospital

Fall Fair Sees Increased Prizes At Stall Entries

The article notes higher prize money across livestock and poultry classes, bracing for a rush of last minute entries. A veteran organizer, with 12 years of experience, will oversee fair day duties from Howard Pearce's community centre office as weather dampens attendance.

Howard Pearce

University chaplain greets 1200 new Guelph students

The University of Guelph welcomed 1,200 new students last Sunday as Anglican chaplain Reverend McMurray from St. Alban’s Acton met arrivals. Appointed by the Bishop of Niagara, he has served since January, dedicating himself to faculty and student Anglicans amid university life.

Ato Guelph University Revo Ratchie McMurray St. Alban'’s Church Acton Mir. McMurray Guelph Niagara

Acton Chamber Meeting Debates Guelph Development Fund Support

On September 8 at Knox Presbyterian Church the Acton Chamber of Commerce held a public meeting. The main topic was a request from Guelph Development Fund supporters visiting Acton plants seeking endorsement by the Chamber. Andrew McKenzie acted as host and announced Guelph speakers Birnbaum and other fund representatives.

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Pottery Group Meeting Highlights Grain of 4 H Project

The Rockalone Wo men's Pastute held its September gathering at Mas.e G Mitchells home with theme on meat in the meat. Mrs N Harris presided. Delegates named to Provincial Institute Convention at University of Guelph. Mrs Couling of Guelph demonstrated arid pottery and spoke on its history and methods. Refreshments served by Mrs B Johnston and Mrs Av Norton.

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Still swimming in pool at Kelso Conserv ation Area

Officials announced the Kelso Conservation Area pool remains open to swimmers on weekends until the end of September weather permitting. A conservation authority fieldman said Lifeguards would be on duty Saturdays and Sundays, but no lifeguards will be provided at the lake.

Kelso Erin Habian Region Authority Dave Murray

Acton W I plans Milton exhibit at fair

Acton W I outlines Milton display plans for the Acton fall fair. Members vote on booth setup and display topics including foods, desserts, and a bake sale to support the exhibit. A bake sale will replace dinner booths with proceeds aiding the fall event.

Evangelist Solbrekker Visits Acton for Weeklong Crusade

Evangelist Solbrekker arrives in Acton on Friday September 10 for a weeklong Gospel Healing Crusade at Tabernede Church. The speaker, noted for healing campaigns in South Africa and Montreal, has held large meetings in Neem and West Iadies and claims millions hear broadcasts coast to coast. He cites invitations to speak at the University of Saskatchewan and CHIN radio in Toronto as part of a global outreach.

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