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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Sep 27, 1956
Page
14
Georgetown officials note the 1986 dominion census lists 5881 residents, up from 452 in 1951, with council speculating the population may now exceed 6000 after a recent census letter from the census bureau.
The eighth annual Soper Clan reunion took place September 3 at Brookville Hall with ideal weather and a full program. Early arrivals came at 1 45 p.m. and departure was about 12 30 a.m. Prizes were awarded in numerous children and adult events including races, pie plate, sewing, needlework, and sack races. The event featured a noon lunch, social catching up, and an annual meeting led by William Woods with new officers elected and plans for next year’s Labor Day gathering.
Ontario enacts the Brucellosis Act 1984 proclaiming October 11 as its coming into force. Townships with prior Brucellosis Control Act history become supervised areas and vaccination costs for female calves after October fall to the province. Municipal councils are relieved of enforcement duties, with farmers urged to consult local veterinarians for program participation.
Large dairy cattle entries highlight Milton Fair with strong junior work. Awards, breed displays, and 4-H projects feature Guernseys Jerseys and other breeds. Education outreach and accident insurance proposal for pupils noted in Lethbridge report.
Farmers report fall sowing of wheat delayed by saturated soil. Normally sown mid September, official dates stretch to September 25. expectations mean some rye and wheat may lag into early next week. A forecast predicts a yield around 600 bushels per some measure amid uncertain conditions.
The Acton Fall Fair featured the Central Ontario Pumpkin Contest with pumpkins judges awarding a red ribbon to Beth McEnery of Bal-Dom who earned Pumpkin Queen honors. A decorative float promoting the queen drew attention at the event.
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