Kilby Named to Fill Vacancy on Parks Board
Kilby agreed to serve the completion term after Harold Coxe resigned, with mayoral approval. The board plans to review insurance and safety issues at the park and pier, open storm shelters, and thank St Jenna Ambulance Brigade for summer patrols.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kilby
Board of Parks Management
Aown
Ordoor Herbs
Went
Council
Ivan Kilby
Elmue Dive
Lakeview Subdivision
Harold
Mike’ Coxe
Wo OH Cook
Mir Kilby
Ligent
Arte Hog Tyler Sr
T O
Une
Terrar
St Jenna
New Co ordinator Named for Halton Civil Defence
Lieut Commander WOR McGregor of Budington is appointed Civil Defence Co ordinator for Halton County following the council’s approval after a selection from several applicants. He will assume duties at Bilton headquarters after completing his Royal Navy service. Other council actions include reporting on debentures and grants for municipal improvements and housing plans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nilton
Civil Defence Committee
Wor McGregor
ET Gaastram Drive
Budington
Halton
MG Coal
Bilton
Oktober Beane Wowk
Royal Canaan Navy
Machat Weh
McGregor
Bon Wr
Malton
20 Hour Aeroplane Trip Ends 30 Year Separation
Nick Tomasic arrived at Malton airport with his father Paul Tomasic after a 20 hour flight from Yugoslavia. The family, now settled in Acton, recalls emigrating in 1928 and beginning anew in Canada. Nick plans to learn English and seek work while his father hopes for Canadian citizenship and stability for the family.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Matton
Tharsday
Nik Tomes
Yugoslavia
Paul
Acton
Paul Tomasic
Canada
Paul Tumasic
Brock Street
Malton
Nick
Y Yugoslavia
Nick Tomaas
Parle
Montreal
Lefuse
Jeter
Ipof
Alberta
Hunteville
Beaatmare and Co i
Tuimaste
Paul Foumansic
Nicks
Hos
Karly West Newday
Chao
Draven
Meo
John Kerepeh
William MacArthur
Book Street
Power shutoff after tree damage hits Thiner Avenue area
On a Friday evening around five o clock a power outage occurred in the Thiner Avenue section when tree branches fell on wires. Hydro Superintendent DD Mason confirmed the fault and noted the cause was vegetation contact.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thiner Avenue
DD Mason
Clover display grows from Acton farm collection
A resident at 80 Mill Street Acton displays an enlarged collection of four, five, and seven leaf clovers. She gathered them on her father’s farm in Brin township and keeps several seven leaf clovers in safe storage. The clovers are stored in the fanuds Hible.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bovey
Mire
Mill Street
Acton
Tin Brin
Fourteen Boy Scouts Take Special Fire Training
Fourteen Acton Boy Scouts attend a special course at the Fire Hall. Fire Chief Hartge oversees lessons covering rescue work, equipment handling, air fuscitation, fire prevention, and safety procedures. Scouts show leadership and quick learning throughout Tuesday and Friday sessions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boy Scouts
Acton
Newton
Hartge
County Building Study Sparks New Construction Talk
A county committee advances plans for a new building project. They discuss site options, funding sources, and potential contractors while reviewing feasibility and impact on nearby communities.
Disston Saw Plant Fire Causes Oil Spill and Delays
An overheated quench tank at the Disston Saw Plant in Acton triggered an alarm and activated the automatic sprinkler system within 30 seconds. About 90 gallons of oil were spilled and extra oil was ruined, delaying production as plant manager Tan Thurning reported.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Disston Saw
Acton
Acton Fair Board Prepares Two Day Weekend Display
The Acton Fair Board completed work on redeveloping the chicken pens and display center for a two day Pall Fair weekend. Display stands are set in the arena with exhibits arriving today and the midway staff arriving Friday to begin erecting over 35 displays. The harvest view at the arena features the largest prize category. A parade Wednesday features the Acton Citizens Band and Janet Pipe Band with bicycles carriages and children. Cleanup fair activities wrap with a park hall dance Saturday night. See you at the Fair.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Acton
Cammsenre
Arema
Ube
Acten Citizens
Acton Janier
Dacersizd
Crise
Ube Fair
Water Authority Plans Pump Station Contract
The article notes the International Water Supply company and Ras (Ras the contract) involved in equipping pumps for a new station. It mentions AE Kems and KORO 1 Acton with display details and a growing display in a window.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chuck Rowe
Jo Goy
Toompany
Une Avian
Atemwat
AE Kems
Paving Plan and Annexation Await OMB Approval
The township seeks annexation of 8765 acres to Acton and swift bypass of a public vote. A $119 000 paving and sewer project for Glenlea Subdivision gained 80 percent highway department backing, with hearings noting tentative approval and expected council endorsement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
O.M.B
Bagguesing
Acton
Glenloo
HOC Hrewland
Ontario
Department of Highways
Comebuson O
Fiat
Rowland
Baronet
Amd
Hula Hoop Rush Production At Canadian Factory
Reported craze for the hula hoop with Moers Plastics Limited of Actin producing near polyethylene hoops for Toronto export. Machines designed to shape long pipes feed raw material into hoppers while units operate to meet high demand and distribution.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moers Plastics Limited
Actin
Soo Pond
Toronto
Teo
Nes Preaduc
Pay Allin
Phil McCristall
Marc Chaste
Road Grants Agreement Signed Despite Turbulent Talks
Officials announce a signed agreement on road grants after a series of discussions involving local agencies. The accord outlines funding, responsibilities, and timelines for completion at key intersections and maintenance projects across the region.
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Paris Maas
Long Ue Pics
G V
Halton Civil Defence
MaConatee
Georgetoewn Sa - Tite
Aris
Pew Naoreane Homes
Peetaw
Sean Hones
Moas Macgarup
Toeve
AON Russe
Altemmes
Coan
WU Leare
Engin
Adv
Micro Plastes Company
Ralay
Australia
Disston
Huard
Huard Anc Bers
Ste
Atessewess
Glenlea Sautades
Peedaee
Leatherland
Jo McGee Actie
Neewend
Ae Tose
Aton
Alans Deweon
Huteber
Ates
Hewtard
Upsar
Dane Crayton
Boat
Steed
Athens
Exquesing
Lunega
B.C. Rowland
Ontaro
Anresaton
Spred Kapply
Poe
Frank
Ana Meyer
Syed Maine
Porter
Ettef
Drestera
Wilton
Etiat Ale Crean Ae
Remave Landmark
Welles
Harold Beforest
Maro Plastic
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