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THE NEW TANNER THURSDAY, JULY 9, 1998 Acton's policing past subject of research By FRANCES NIBLOCK The New Tanner Halton Police Sergeant Bob Andrews, of Acton, has been investigating more than criminals for the past six Andrews has been delving into musty photo albums, old records and people's memo- ries to try to pull together a history of policing in Acton to be included in a book to mark the 25th anniversary of Halton Regional Police and 145 years of policing in Halton. Using the book Acton"s Early Days as a starting point, Andrews and student researcher, Acton's Derek Lajeunesse, have compiled the story of policing in Acton shooting of a man -- in 1864 from Acton's Early Days and then found a lot more infor- mation in what was then called the Guelph Weekly Mercury," Andrews ex- plained on Friday, sur- rounded by files, photos and Harrop. In 1949 the OPP took over policing in Acton and continued to enforce the law until 1975 when the lo- cal police went Regional. Andrews said he was able to use the investigative skills he's developed over the years months. On his own time, Cea: KLEENEX 150 tissues Special 99¢ MISS CLAIROL Hair Colour Special $5.49 SUNLIGHT SOAP Ifa Special *1.99 lis) STAYFREE PRIMA Special $4.29 SECRET DEODORANT Special 2.99 JORDAN TOOTHBRUSH Special 996 | a f Ly E uy) fal fi PHARMACY LTD. SALON SELECTIVES | Shampoo & Conditioner Special $3.39 COLGATE TOOTHPASTE 75 ml Special 99¢ NO-AD SUNTAN LOTION 3 fl. oz Reg. $3.25 Special 2.69 60 assorted Special $3.99 2 Main Street North, Acton u 853-1620 | aS 2S een =o) Mes MILAN'S from the early 1860's until 1975 when the Regional po- lice force was formed. Al- though they know most of the men (no equal opportunity employer in those days!) who held the various jobs of mu- nicipal officers and police constables throughout the years, they are still looking for photographs of the early police officers, along with any memories or artifacts. "T was able to get infor- mation about Acton's first recorded homicide -- the li] Continued from Page 1 ried they were "slamming the window of opportunity on the fingers of someone who is willing (to build)." Acton Councillor Rick Bonnette, who said the site looks like a "run down Mexi- can tortilla hut," and has been an eyesore for 10 years, is confident the issues of ad- equate parking and landscap- ing could be dealt with. Acton Councillor Norm Elliott said the proposal's pros outweigh its cons. "You definitely have a very major improvement to S==[=i=7 eo ( Open 7 Days a Week 7) 9am-6pm 853-0311 Beef, Chicken or Pork SHISKEBOB Tender pieces of meat, onion, green & red pepper 4 sticks/pkg § 5% (Reg. $675) Fresh Pie Cherries - 11 ib & 22 Ib pails MacMillan's Mey, FROZEN SOUPS Chicken Noodle or Cream of Mushroom All natural, low salt. Just heat & serve! 1 litre $5 95 BLUEBERRY MUFFIN BATTER Plus One Other gues § 50 'ee! $13 2 X Q litre pails 16 varieties to choose from! 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It's something that the Town has needed for a while and we're hoping to work with the Town and get it done as soon as possible," Manes said, adding that they hope to be- in construction this fall and open for Christmas. DEREK LAJEUNESSE the local vet, was hired to keep the peace with the help of municipal officers whose job also included upkeep on the cemetery, tax collector, pound keeper, lighting the street lamps and feeding tramps who came into Acton --all for $1 a day. Policing continued to be a part-time job in Halton un- til 1946 when the Province stepped in to organize polic- ing, appointing and training two officers -- Grant Allen and Cecil Gibbons who worked with Police Chief Ed to help with the research. "It's difficult because there aren't many people around with clear memories of policing in the past. My police skills helped me know where to go and what to look for but I still need lots more information." Along with the history of policing in Acton the silver anniversary commemorative book will include histories of early policing in Halton's other three municipalities and the story of the force from 1975 to the present. If you have any old pho- tos of Acton police officers or any stories of memorabilia, please call Sergeant Andrews at 853-0639 or Dérek Lajeunesse at 853-4538 In the coming months The New Tanner readers will get a sneak peek at the book. Please see puge 4. @ LEGION News BrancuH No. 197 By MIKE MANUEL On July 18 the Royal Ca- nadian Dragoons will be hav- ing a reunion at our branch. They are expecting to bring i none two of their mountec Weill Make You Similef! err Neg ae DENTURE SPECIALIST EH. JUREVICIUS D.D. 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