Five Missing Faces in Halton County Council Farewell
In a yearend meeting, five Halton County Council members announced they would not seek re election. Reeve V W Robertson Nassagaweya Deputy Reeve J Bell Milton Reeve Alex Philips Oakville Reeve Lo Ryckman Burlington and Deputy Reeve W Denny Acton leave after sixteen months in office including the late Wilfrid Bird's unexpired term. Dr Carl Martin urged county wide policing. The warden rotation remains unsettled with talks of a possible south's turn for Oakville or Burlington claims.
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Halton County
VW. Robertson
Nassagaweya
J Bell
Milton
Alex Philips
Oakville
Lo Ryckman
Burlington
W Denny
Acton
Wilfrid Bird
Carl Martin
Crthe c Mercy
Gallagher
Burliaston
Georgetown
Doug Sargent
County Grants For Three Retarded Schools Recommended
A county council recommendation proposes grants totaling 85000 for three retarded schools to cover opening costs and support operations. The plan includes raffles and volunteer drives, aiming to secure funds and ease municipal backing while addressing court-related grant changes.
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Dhs Oor
Next Fei
E Years
Luance
Walter Satshune
Orchids by Air Mail for Seed House Party Favors
A fragmented account describes an event at the Seed House with Mrs Wather hosting a Christmas party. Guests listed include multiple named ladies and gentlemen such as Mrs Dale Foor, Mrs Norton, Mrs Anne Vonnatier, Mrs Bruce, and Mr Herbert Preston, among others. The scene mentions an orchid gift and a turnout of attendees, though many names are garbled in the OCR.
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Air Mail
Inglewood Quarryman Charles Deforest Note
Fragmentary OCR recalls a quarryman named Charles Deforest in Inglewood with scattered mentions of people and places. The text is garbled, lacking complete sentences or clear events, and does not establish a coherent news item or outcome to summarize.
One Way Mirrors Here Might Never be Used Succumbs to Injuries
In Brampton a fatal accident raises questions about one way mirrors used at a wash and post office site. The system featured mirrors that could reveal interior activities, prompting concerns over privacy and potential theft. Postmaster Harold Marshall notes possible safeguards but signals the mirrors may remain unused due to scrutiny and public worry.
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Brampton
George Mink
Willoeser
New Democrat
Howard
Post Office
Owen
Harold Marshall
Frank Howard
Skids on Ice Cause Vehicle Damage in Snowy Conditions
A report from Ostena Painred notes a car skidded on icy streets last week, injuring no one but causing more than $500 in damage. The incident involved a deer on the road near Passade and affected nearby traffic as observers described the scene.
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Ostena
Peder
Cene
von Passade
Water Chairman Proposes Lower Fees for Contractors
The water board chairman signals a plan to reduce contractor fees, aiming to ease project costs. Officials debate whether the cut will affect service quality and funding, with input from local contractors and city departments.
Georgetown by law allows Sunday sports and films
In Georgetown the council passed a by law at its Wednesday meeting allowing Sunday sports and movies. Outdoor events may run from 1 30 to 6 pm while indoor activities can continue until midnight. The list of permitted sports includes baseball basketball football soccer rugby hockey lawn bowling indoor bowling cricket curling tennis and roller skating.
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Charles Hildebrandt
Hyde
County Bounty Totals For Halton Fox Hunters In 1963
In 1963 fox bounties were issued across Halton with March peak activity noted as fifteen foxes turned in. The record mentions recognitions for Dianne In Januars and other local social events surrounding the bounty program. It references various households hosting showers and gatherings linked to the bounty era and lists names such as Mrs Go Craw nene and Mrs JK Dasvidson among organizers.
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Mareh
Movaulay
Hold Christmas Party For Town Employees and Council
Town office staff and councillors attended a Christmas party at the Odd Fellows Hall on December 13. Foreman Alf Collins attended for the first time after a heart attack hospitalization. Mayor Ern Hyde chaired dinner and Mayor Elect Joseph Gibbons gave the Grace. Verdun Rebekah Lodge ladies catered and guests danced to Debannaires with two door prizes and several spot prizes.
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Odd Fellows Hall
Alf Collins
Collins
Ern Hyde
Joseph Gibbons
Grace
Verdun Rebekah Lodge
Reeve John Elliott
Debannaires
Cubs and Scouts Cheer Hospital Patients on Evening Route
Cubs and Scouts from 1st Georgetown visited Corzetown Hospital to sing for patients on Thursday night. Akela Mrs John Layman and Scouts David Shrubsole and Denney Wright led the group. They returned to St. John's United Church hall for hot chocolate and refreshments.
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Cubs
1St Georgetown
Corzetown Hospital
John Layman
Akela
David Shrubsole
Denney Wright
St. John’s United Church Hall
Correction in Church Time
The Herald corrects last week's church notice for the Christmas day service at the Christian Reformed Church. The service time was misstated as 10 30 am and should be 10 00 am.
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Herald Published Early After Three Day Production
The Herald, usually issued Wednesday night, was assembled in three days without the usual staff, with district car assistance and extra effort. Next issue return to normal schedule, with the December 30 date noted and copy due Friday for Monday night paper.
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Herald
Werk
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Dale Foor
Dep Hee
Ko Benam
Truest
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Charles Deforest
Inglewood
Charles Thetis de Forest
Macnee
Peter Malacomie
Harry Reo
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Water Chairman
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Warty
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Cub & Scout Carollers Cheer Hospital
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