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Acton Free Press

Location

Acton, Ontario, Canada

Date

Sep 29, 1960

Page

2

Acton forms North Halton Cancer Society branch

Ray Archie leads the newly organized Acton branch of the Canadian Cancer Society in North Halton. The meeting at Robert Little school drew 35 attendees including Aldo Braida and Mrs Rae West. New executives include Ray Archie president Hill Elliott secretary and Bill McKay treasurer.

Acton North Hatton Canadian Cancer Society Robert Little School North Halton Aldo Braida Rae West Women's Service Committee W.l's Ontario Ron McFarlane Ancaster Ray Archie Hill Elliott Bill McKay A. J. Buchanan Harold Denny Educationalirmen North Halan Peter K. McWilliams Milton Shes Ore Women’s Services Committee Cancer Services

Rotary Club hears on Bluebird trials at Bonneville Flats

Andrew Brown, past Kendall Eng Rotary president and adviser to Sir Donald Campbell, spoke at the Acton meeting detailing Bluebird trials. He described car construction, a 400 mph run stopped in 60 seconds over six miles, and design work on tires, brakes, nitrogen inflation, and testing ground.

Ofeatt Acton Sir Donald Campbell Bonneville Salt Flats Andrew Brown St Donald Brown Fred Wright A. H. McKenzie Ron Lewis Rotary Club Kendall Eng Donald Campbell Bonneville Flats

Acton Crash Damages Police Cruiser and Car

A police cruiser and a private car collided Monday evening at the Young Queen Street intersection on highway 7 in Acton. Constable Bruce Kressler reported estimated damages of $20 to the cruiser and $200 to the Jerome car. Both drivers were identified as J Feldcamp of North Hahton and Jerry Jerome of Acton.

Acton J. Feldcamp North Hahton Jerome

Attendance at First Service Fills New United Church

The new United Church hosted a capacity rally and first worship service with Sunday School pupils and adults together. Children read Scripture and told stories while a junior choir performed as prizes of small books were gifted to all nursery and first grade classes and to students who attended most Sundays.

Stranderwas George Elliott Tani Tronsidy Boladkesa Ralph M. Keown Donald Long Karen Perkins Diane Angell M. Z. Bennett O John

Murrays celebrate 50 years of marriage in Acton

Mr and Mrs Andy Murray observed their 50th wedding anniversary with a large gathering at their farm home in Acton. The couple married September 4, 1910 in Rockwood and have since run a dairy operation, later focusing on purebred Jersey cattle. Neighbors and local officials offered congratulations.

Mrs Andy Murray A. J. Murray Acton Hazel Gibbons Dwo Vers McCutcheon Ospring Murray Knox Presbotetian Church Ac ‘Ton Mi Murray Avecars Murias Know Lad Ws Aid R.R. 3

Acton Considers Ambulance Service Amid Guelph Decision

Acton council grapples with possible discontinuation of ambulance service as Guelph operator weighs keeping the fleet. The plan includes using a town owned ambulance if needed and seeking resident assistance to fill gaps. The St John Ambulance Brigade cites capacity limits and pledges to assist while permanent arrangements are explored.

Rovale Gnn J. Meehie St. John Ambulance Brigade Agron Reeve J. M. Greet Acton Balcane Coucil John Gay HL Lowe Seraped

Operation Stump Palling Starts at Fairy Lake Saturday

Ute Parks Board members expect a large turnout for the Stump Palling project at Fairy Lake. Chairman R R Parker announced Beardmore would supply land and equipment at noon, with volunteers to begin work to clear dangerous stumps as water levels remain low.

Fairy Lake Ute Parks Board R. R. Parker Beardmore and

Zoning By Law Review After Garage Debate

Acton Planning Board and the committee of adjustment spent over three hours September 20 on garage zoning questions. Residents submitted twenty two garage plans, prompting debate on setbacks and fees while a second review of restrictions was urged.

Acton Planning Board. Com Fi Committee of Adjustment Dis Farsi Orden Acton Berth Plain Joe Whitham Itv Opaien Ube Stepancics Haid

Teachers' Skit Real Killer At H and S Social Meeting

The Hotewee School gathered for a Monday general meeting at Raber hall. Audience groups acted out pantomime scenes while teachers and volunteers discussed funding and future projects. Executive members outlined goals, including a fundraising drive and a $169 target for the school event with two long-term projects.

H. and Raber Thar Bronwen ABC

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