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Newspaper

Acton Free Press

Location

Acton, Ontario, Canada

Date

Apr 10, 1941

Page

7

Fixed Assessment-for Ten Year Period On Township Meeting

Faquouing Township Council held a regular meeting with Reeve Wm A Wilkon and councillors present. Letters from the Department of Highways and Wool Combing Corp of Canada were read, and requests for funds and a ten year fixed assessment were discussed. The treasurer was authorized to pay relief accounts and certain utilities bills, donations to the Canadian War Services Fund were approved, and council authorized future actions including removal of a family from Esquesing and gravel work approvals. The meeting adjourned to be reconvened on a future date or at the call of the reeve.

Faquouing Reave Co May G. W. Murray Edwies Yarrop George K. Cleave Prikent Corporation of Canada Ld Grieves Mr. Groat Canadian War’ Services Fund Harrop God Redler Georgetown Hydro Bd Willams Acton Cam Brampton Courell AMC Alfred Rand Mayane Marropettat Alberta Bankes Ronus Harrop George Doyle Esquesing George Town Harrop and Murray Trooper Cube Yard Cleave Armstrong Bros. Constructions Murray and Canadian War Services Fund Maumnteipat Boral Carri Alay

Parliament Glimpses on Wheat Carryover and Agriculture Debate

The article discusses expected Conservative non confidence amendments and a debate on wheat policy. It analyzes Canada's wheat carryover for the current and previous years, compares with China and world totals, and notes potential effects on prices, storage, and farmers. It mentions acreage changes and tax exemptions, with reference to further details on Page Five.

Ontario Wetll Canada Ani World Carey Canwdn

Crokinole Prizes Won At Lorne School Social Night

At a Friday Lorne School social, crokinole prizes dominated the program with wins for ladies and gentlemen. Mrs J Plugh McCuteheot Gent and Mr doh Adtan Wonse led the top awards while Mrs Rye Johnston and plugh Oearke shared other prizes. The social featured Fisher's orchestra, a plan for future events, and a short business session conducted by President Mr OW Wathoas.

Lorne Larne Sohal Crokinole J Plugh Gest Doh Adtan Rye Juohnston OW Wathoas Tame B. Davidson Dane Fisher

Nassagaweya School Estimates Delayed to March 31

Nassagaweya council and trustees reviewed annual school estimates and road project costs. Debts, insurance, and municipal expenses were examined as the treasurer prepared figures to present to the clerk by March 31, with a reconvened meeting set for April 16 at 7 o clock or when called.

Missionary Talk Chinese Food at WMS Meeting

Easter Thank Offering meeting of Acton United Church Women Society featured Mrs H L Caldwell presiding and delivering a devotional. Missionary reports from returned workers including Barbara Vincent and Miss Amerson highlighted Japanese field insights and a Chinese supper fundraiser aid.

Waomuin’s Missionary Society Acton Unita HL Caldwell Giffard Passon Rodnett Calvary Bo Veldtuls Misa Dorothy Kitching Barbara Vincent Holy City Beatty Amerson Acton Japan Age Nussagaweya Torchwood Miss Anderson Caldwell

Anniversary Observed For Mr and Mrs Thincan MacArthur

Congratulations mark the wedding anniversary of Mr and Mrs Thincan MacArthur celebrated Saturday April at the home of their daughter with family and friends. Vern Archer of Trina AML and other members attended.

Thincan MacArthur Aid Sont Das Vern Archer Trina Aml Gamitly

School Examination Dates Announced for Mid Summer

The education department has set the mid summer schedule with upper and high school exams on June 26 and 27. Middle school examinations are abandoned this year though candidates file annual applications by end of April.

Department of Education Machelle Schinol Ims Anual Evers Sears

Principal M Leitch Addresses Junior Farmers Group

Principal M Leitch spoke to the Acton Manor Farmers at Lorie School on March v. The meeting featured a business session, a guest speaker, and a vocal duet. Attendees enjoyed lunch and a dance after the program.

Thymhal Manor Farmers Lorie School Chaarman Orona Watsee Helen Sprawl AQ Lewteh Acton British Isles Norway Healso Seme Barly

Red Cross Branch Sends New Shipments Of Goods

The local Red Cross branch reports a new weekly shipment including 12 dot items 1 pair knew pads 7 helmets 2 cape 4 pair mitts 3 pair rifle mitts 2 pair gloves 1 boy's helmet 11 pair rifle mitts and 25 sweaters delivered from the branch headquarters.

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Walker Lodge Marks Official Visit by District Deputy

Walker Lodge hosts District Deputy Grand Master Wt Wor ro and guests for an official visit. Mr Harvey Tanai joined Masonry as a new member while Phassand and Cosford led chair roles. The event included toasts, remarks on wartime support, and Masonry’s goals for liberty and service.

O&a Conford Rosin Joe” J. Vlassard Harvey Tanai Phassand Manter Walker Lindye Cosford Vinellens Hood Wiarton Nik Cita Rind Lodge Teneier Walker Lodge Tre Viethoilands Yaecla Salvation Army Costord Loublin Street Chiureh Chiureh, Ciuedply Cooper Bro. W. Middleton

Worship Committee Program at Knox YI7S Stirs Congregation

The regular meeting of Knoxs Yop Sons on charge of the Worship Committee featured Marguerite Hasteth and Monday Mrs O Mara leading prayer and scripture. The Bell Call was answered with a Bible verse. Members answered Know Your Bible questions and heard remarks from Wannetta Smith Awet about a very interesting show.

Knooxs Yop Sons Marguerite Hasteth O'Mara Ada Photean Webb Wannetta Smith Jean Bennie Ines Metellan

Maple Grove Visiting Society Hosts Bloomsbury Guests

The Maple Grove Literary Center hosted a Bloomsbury society evening with a varied program. selections from orchestra readings duets and recitations were performed followed by a social hour and dance with visiting friends from Bloomfield.

Maple Grove Bloomsbury Society Ernie Anderson Bloomaburys

Veteran Pracks Jack Pacer John Mitchell Dies

Obituary notes the death of James Teavers a 30 year old Canadian pacer known as Pracks Jack Power Ad in racing circles. The piece honors his racing career and recalls performances in races across the district, mentioning towns and venues and noting his age at death.

Power Ad Jack Teavers Chad Vere John Mitchell James

Minister Oliver to Address Acton V s Men s Club

The Acton V s Men s Club plans a meeting featuring Hon. Mr. Oliver Minister of Public Works for Ontario as the principal speaker. Halton M L, a local legislator, will introduce the topic and the event aims to draw a limited audience for the address.

Tatinet Acton V'S Men's Club Acton 'V Tudrensis Peetings Oliver Niles Klafure Mi Odliver Halton Mi A

Rockwood Institute Hosts District Meeting In May

Rockwood Institute hosts district gathering with Mrs Plank presiding over business and dinner arrangements. Attendees included Miss MarQle Muauide and My 34 Tagle, with reports from Miss McNabb on district directors and plans for April and May events in Guelph and Rockwood.

Distriet Guelph Ditriet Rockwood Gielph Ceres Ciuelpebe Binestied Thes Federation of Agticulture Doris Watser McNabb Shulds Mra

Force Bowlers Edge Master Cleaners In Tight Tuesday Match

The Force Howling fell to Master Cleaners by a close score in Tuesday evening action at the Guelph Commercial Bowling League. Individual scores listed show H Otterbein and K Crawford among top performers for Force Electric, while Master Cleaners posted balanced team totals.

Guelph M ‘Roote Ike H. Otterbein K. Crawford Voz Langford W. Corry

Weekly War Commentary Signals Shifting Fronts and Alliances

The piece surveys Allied and Axis moves across Africa and Europe, noting troop shifts, leadership discussions, and ongoing battles. It highlights British and American air actions, Italian setbacks in Ethiopia, and strategic talks among leaders as the war evolves.

Eramosa Town Council Acts On Road Materials and By law

The Eramosa township council discusses road material from J McLaren and a by law for new expenditures of Slovo in TG. A compensation by law for township employees is approved. The Board of Health report is accepted. John McLaren’s tender is accepted. Treasurer instructed to collect arrears using a bailiff. Accounts total 434.15. Council adjourns to May 12.

Eramosa Oda Corte Rand Eighwasye Newt Slovo Sos Brin Jangdal Board of Health Messrs Pinkney Rutherford John McLaren Aed Te Mesary Hutherford Lester

Our Men Are Ready and Waiting When They Come

Fragmentary wartime letter evokes home front mood as civilians await news from front lines in England. References to air raids on London and shelter conditions hint at daily wartime concern and public morale.

China Arthuis Erin England Berribbe Londoie

Community Event Notices for April Gatherings

Announced in brief form are events at the Town Hall and Acton Town Hall. The Women's Institute afternoon bake sale occurs Saturday April 16. St Alban’s Young People hold an annual dance at Acton Town Hall on Friday April 25 with Gibson Boyd and Ole Orchestra.

Women's Institute St. Alban's Young People's Acton Town Hall Gibson Boyd Ole

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