10 Apr 1924
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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Apr 10, 1924
Page
1
A chaotic clipping lists community notices including a 3.00 p.m Sunday vote in Shadvathonrough, a church invitation at Street Frowbyterches Toronto, and an auction ad for a Shorthorn bull. It promotes sales and real estate in Halton and Wellington counties with farm and home listings, plus fire and life insurance offerings.
The article previews new women and misses suits priced from 22.50 to 49.50. It highlights boyish styles and boxy jackets as key trends aimed at a modern casual look.
The Womenn Minasonary Society of the Methodist Church plans an Easter service with Milas Garratt of Kolokrocka as speaker. Military uniforms are banned after March 31 except on duty or with permission. A meeting aims to reorganize the Ladies Baseball Club for 1924 and collect uniforms. Knox Church April communion adds many new members. Rev. A. C. Biowart preaches. Albert Gibbons Santains suffers a serious fall but recovers. birthday celebration marks Mr Williamson’s eightieth. A runaway on Mill Street causes property damage but few injuries. Women’s Institute meets at Av. George Lunte’s. Armenian relief funds discussed. Tragic death of eighth-teen-year-old Olive McLaughlin after appendicitis surgery. Georgetown Store and Factory consolidation moves operations to Acton, expanding output and simplifying processes.
W H Storey and Son of Acton has joined H T Arnold and Sons of Georgetown to operate as a single firm under one management. With retirement of W A Storey, H T Arnold becomes executive head as the combined business moves to Acton for unified operation and enhanced facilities.
Police Court News reports a disturbance at the Chinono restaurant where defendants admitted to rough housing while claiming quarrel over a Chinameon. A conviction was recorded with a five dollar fine and costs. The court stressed protection of Chinese residents and warned that breaches will be punished under the law. Police note officers watching for markers as officers clear violators during the week. Six offenders were fined for neglecting marker requirements in Guelph. Magistrate Moore in Wrampton handled temperance act charges. Elsewhere, a Burlington driver was fined for overloading a wagon and spilling manure on the street.
A letter advocates a perpetual fund to care for Fairview Cemetery plots, arguing that investing in perpetual care yields long term beautification and stability. It discusses management, fundraising methods, and potential income to sustain ongoing maintenance, urging local leaders to pursue a broad donor base and annual statements to demonstrate trust and accountability.
A local school lists top pupils by class and subject from exams held in the past month. Notable performers include Ethel Yamea and Dorothy Mac Pherson with high marks, while several teachers are credited for guiding the students.
A 2000 strong Ottawa audience gathered for a meeting of the newly formed Ottawa Prohibition Union. The group urged against the Ontario Temperance Act and government control, calling for repeal and voicing concern over ongoing prohibition measures. The event featured remarks by George Foster and A. T. Bishop.
Dr Farmer reports from Asuncion Paraguay on February 1 1904 describing conditions in southern Latin America. He notes high temperatures up to 110 degrees, outlines travel from Montevideo to Buenos Aires and Uruguayan outpost, and observes Argentina’s wealth, public works, taxes, and rise of commerce with emphasis on cattle, land, and city life amid political histories and unrest.
Toronto residents are reported visiting, hosting, and traveling over weekends and during the week. Numerous mentions include Elmer Johnston, Etta Dilla, Amun Kennedy, Gladya Huffman, Fred Warren, Will Robertson, Mrs Holmen, W C Russell, Stanley Russell, J W Jones, Galbraith, Fern Brown, Bartle Spelebt, Roy Truuiely, Aca Johnstone, Amerean, Charles Hyndw, Monark Whavo Reid, Eugene McPherson, Mrs Hoy W. Wansbrough, W A Storey & Bon, Edith Armstrong, A Armstrong, Mrs W C Vossey, L Wilson, Fred Cleave, Donald McLean, Velen, Dr Dryden, Mrs Wolmes, Mrs Mickim, Williane Plank, Edith Armstrong, Armetrong, Mrs W. Vossey, Darlas, Mary Alerter, Miss Nellé l, Frank, Mrs John Willamaou, George Storey, Alex Strebes, Wm Mamson, George Storey Sauk, Mr Edwarda, Heller, and others in Acton, Georgetown, Burlington, and Guelph areas.
Obituary for Mrs WB Platina of Toronto wife of Gore ittehark Graton Aaligrove. Survived by three sons and a daughter, with funeral held Monday and burial in Norval on Tuesday. Several relatives named, including George Coy of Trafalgar.
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