05 Apr 1962
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Newspaper
Ontario Georgetown Herald
Location
Georgetown, Ontario, Canada
Date
Apr 05, 1962
Page
1
A brief item notes Wintermeyer a zero score in a game with PC players involved. The fragment indicates safety concerns or issues but provides no clear context or full event details. Further readable facts remain unavailable in the text.
Hon. John J. Wintermeyer spoke at a Liberal dinner urging conferences for management workers and government to cut Canadian goods costs for world competition. He advocated profit sharing and labor equity in business and warned boundaries crumble with growing Metro Toronto. A regional transit authority within fifty miles of Toronto was proposed to coordinate interurban transit.
Joe Martin celebrated his 96th birthday with family at the Glassford home 9 Union St. Attending were his daughter and son in law Mrs. and Mr. George Glassford and other relatives. sons Fred Martin and John Martin were absent. Dozens of local friends visited, and cards arrived from many places as Mr. Martin reflects on a life farming 250 acres at Caled East and later at Bramptom. The Herald wishes him good health in Georgetown’s senior year.
Harold Black, 40, a farm worker at the Sterritt farm on Third Line West Huttonville, died after a tree felled during Dutch Elm disease work crushed him. He drove to Peel Memorial Hospital Brampton but died en route.
A jagged note from a worker describes widespread low mood and financial strain amid ongoing labor demands. They voice fatigue from constant work with little pay and note relief from not having to work in a specific location.
Canadian Cancer Society Georgetown Lat holds its annual Daffodil Tea on Saturday afternoon at the homes of Margery and Jean Mackenzie 10 Valleyview Road. Daffodils symbolize hope and renewal tied to the society’s work serving cancer patients for thirteen years.
Police report a two car collision on a hill near Hungry Hollow. Reid of Kesert braver and Clarke of 61 Melnigee Creecotetes collided on a southbound vs northbound path causing estimated damages around 225 dollars.
Permits issued in March valued at 33500 with 6000 from JDB Mackenzie and Son Ltd a warehouse and the rest for residential construction. February saw no permits issued marking a rare dry month.
Georgetown council faced a tight vote on a proposed subdivision by law amendment tied to a 60-40 ratio. Residents urged a plebiscite while critics questioned process and the role of Delrex land releases and tax implications.
Dr. Fred Harrison asked Mon day's council whether firms like United Gas should bear road costs from installing underground lines. He noted contractors charge more on streets with gas lines and argued taxpayers should not cover private installations. Mayor Sargent said similar legislation is being discussed at Queen's Park.
Mr and Mrs Bob White of 12 Young St win 1200 from a 3 ticket sweep on Fredrith s Son in the Grand National Steeplechase The Whites race over most of the rugged course and finish fifth earning 1200 The windfall funds a trip to Kent England and the couple plan to buy another ticket while noting the final amount will be known two days after the race
A new production opens Friday replacing the old Rotary Club paddlewheeler minstrel show. The show promises a departure into a modern format with local writers and performers showcasing singing talents in a bright new venue.
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