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Newspaper

Acton Free Press

Location

Acton, Ontario, Canada

Date

Apr 10, 1947

Page

16

Notices of Dirtha Mavelages and MDeathe reported

Local notices describe events linked to Dirtha and Mavelages with references to MDeathe. Details are fragmented but indicate official postings and calendar timing for related actions.

Obituaries and Birth Announcements From Acton and Guelph Area

The list records births and deaths in early April 1947 across Acton Guelph and surrounding towns. Entries include Gilborn Webley born March 31 1947 to Mr and Mrs Robert Webley at Mill Street Maude Maude at Acton Nursing Home April 6 1947 daughter to Mr and Mrs Joseph Edward Maude and Margorie Anne Masters born April 7 1947 at Guelph General Hospital to Mr and Mrs Lorne Masters now Marjorie Anne. William James McCoy dies April 7 1947 at Willow Street Acton. Archival notices from Cameron Shultzis Francis Campbell Hall and other families listed with relatives and funeral plans at local churches and cemeteries.

Webley Robert Veeley Mill Street Gilborn Maude Acton Nursing Tiome Guggiph Street Joseph Edward Maude Masters Lorne Masters Marjorie Line Marjorie Anne Guelph Canseral Apel Wmccoy Willow Street Acton William James McCoy Lorene Chamberlain

In Memoriam Alger and McCutcheon Remembrance

In memory of Mrs. Thomas Alger who died April 7 1946 the Alger family keeps her memory alive with tender thoughts. Also in memory of William John McCutcheon who passed away April 8 1916 the family notes he suffered and found peace in rest. Always remembered by wife and family.

ALGER Thomas Alger McCutcheon William John . McCutcheon

Georgetown Hockey Team Seeks Provincial Honors

Residents watch Georgetown hockey as the team pursues provincial honors. The article notes the difficult journey along the Acton to Milton highway corridor, eight-teen miles of rough travel hampering motorists.

Georgetown Acton Milton

Rotary survey of Crippled Children in Halton County

Oakville and Milton Rotary Clubs conducted a joint survey of crippled children in Halton County. They contacted doctors and nurses in Nelson Trafalgar Esquesing Nassaga weyn and Milton townships plus Milton for aid data. Last summer 346 children attended Sunshine vacations at Blue Mountain and Woodeden camps. Donations to the Easter Seal Committee are urged via the Oakville Rotary Club treasurer at Bank of Toronto Oakville Ontario.

Rotary Oakvile Milton Halton Oakville Club Nelson Trafalgar Milton Club Esquesing Nassagaweyn Blue Mountain Woodeden Oakville Rotary Club Co Bank of Toronto Oakville Ontario

Potato Food Values and Cooking Tips

The best way to serve potatoes is with their skins on when boiling or baking. Boiling preserves more vitamins, so serve quick and steaming hot. If peeled in advance, store in salted water or cold to retain nutrients and prevent vitamin loss.

Obituary of Dr Tarzwell Lane of Sault Ste Marie

Native of Fila Township Dar Rob ert Tarzwell Lane aged 72 a medical practitioner for over forty five years in Sault Ste Marie dies. Active in Red Cross and WWI work prominent in United Church Masonic Order and Shrine. Survived by wife Mabel Campbell son Allan Lane Toronto Winston Lane Calgary Campbell Lane and Milas Allston Lane now on staff of Guelph General Hospital. three sisters Anna Matheson Port Credit Hannah Smart Toronto Martha Paisley Saskatchewan.

DIL TARZWELL_LANKE Fila ‘Township Dar Robert ‘Tarzwell Lane Sault Ste, Marke Dr. Lane Sault Ste Marke Npcinhet Che Sault Nhe Mariy Hospital United Church Masonic Order Hh Wilow Mabel Campbell Allan Lane Toronto Winston University ‘of Volonto Campbell Calgary Milas Allston Lane Camp Rowlen Guelph Wasphall Slaters Anna Matheson Port-Credit Hannah Smart Martha Paisley Saskatchewan

Native Halton native named president of Canadian Astronomers

Dr John William Campbell of Edmonton becomes the 11th president of the Royal Astronomical Association of Canada in Toronto after a rapid ascent from vice president. A mathematician and astronomy lecturer, Campbell has long served with the Edmonton Astronomical Society and contributed to celestial mechanics studies and education.

Financial Post Campbell John Whilam Campbell Camphbell University of Alberta Edmonton Dufferin Halton Milton Georgetown Wesley College Canada Royal Garrison Artillery Khaki University Town State University Ruby Kilgour Cornwall Ont Donald Elizabeth Tiversityoeto Liberta Royal Canadian Engineers Edmonton Astronomical Society Astronomical Society Canadian “Club Knox United Church Royal Astronomeal Association of Canada American Mathematics Society The Mathematics Association of America American ‘Astronomical Society

Quebec growers show flue cured tobacco seed feasible

Trials at the Dominion Experimental Station in L Assomption confirm that flue cured tobacco seed can be grown in Quebec as successfully as other tobaccos. A small market exists for a few enterprising growers ready to seed this crop.

Quebec Dominion Experimental Station L'Assomption

Benham Family Shaped Eramosa's Early History in Canada

A Long Ontario journal recalls James Benham and descendants who helped found Eramosa Township. It notes James Benham’s role in local politics, a 1850 land boom, and four generations serving on township councils plus ties to camps in Speedside Church. The narrative links the Benhams to other local families and the area's development.

Charhés Benhaan Marel Eramods Chartle Eramoca Mutual Eyre Tourney Co Canada James Redham London England Surrey County of Europe Lucy Walton Guelph Wyndham Street Can Eramosa Henry Henham James Benham Hamilton James James Peters MacKenzie Hugh .Templin Fergus Thos. Hughes Emmanuel Duffield Henry Sunley Jonathan Oakes Joseph Lister Geo. Swanson Hortaps Leights Armstrongs Parkinsons Hamiltons Hodgkinsons Dickiesons Nelsons Days Scearrows Oranders Thomas Armstrong Charlotte Benham Speedside Church Sur Lyman Duff Armstrongs Oakes Swanstons Benhams Benham James W. Benham J.P Eramosa Mutual Fire Insurance Co Henry Charles Joseph Erin Victory School Asson Ernest Benhamy Coun Vor Jattrer Avaltoh Eramos IST Eramasa McKeaglie Canaan

Prominent Community Letter Discusses Marriage and Social Conduct

The piece reflects on marriage choices and social behavior at events and work. It notes that attractiveness may mask temper and habits, urging caution in alliances. It highlights how people reveal true character in daily life and under stress.

Khogy Xolme Minta Andal Work Andal

Notice to Creditors of Estate of David P Mcenery

Notice to creditors and others claims against the estate of David P Mcenery late of Esquesing Halton farmer died about January 31 1947 must file proof with solicitor on or before April 19 1917 after which date the estate will be distributed Voted at Acton April 2 1917 C F Leatherland solicitor Acton Ontario solicitor for the executor

David P. McEnery Esquesing Halton Acton

Notice to creditors in the estate of Marion Phoebe Cook

Notice to creditors of the estate of Marion Phoebe Cook late of Acton Malton died December 1946 Guelph Wellington County Ontario. Creditors must send full written claims to Lan ndon Alysworth Acton Ontario solicitors for Gordon Perenni Cook administrator by May 1 1947. After that date the administrator will distribute assets. Acton Ontario April 10 1947 Langdon and Alysworth solicitors for the administrator.

Marion Phoebe Cook Guelph County of Wellington Lanndon Alysworth Acton Ontario Gordon Perenni Cook Langdon & Alysworth

Wartime Refrigeration Advances for Navy Ships

An article describes new steam and plant cooling for ships under construction to lower air and humidity in vital compartments. It notes a large plant capable of nine tons of ice per hour and improvements in ventilation for hot climates aboard warships.

Ghint Steany Hrithin

Mouth breathing and snoring in children need attention

Medical guidance is advised for chronic mouth breathers as nasal blockage can affect facial development. In cold weather children may suffer frequent colds with nasal discharge, prompting prompt consultation with a family physician.

Burning Candle Ends and Young Habits

The piece reflects on youths who work hard yet seek late pleasures. It notes some who party beyond reasonable hours, encouraging peers to recognize personal limits. A Lent idea urges slowing down for quiet reflection and self restraint.

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Cameron Guelph General Hospital Arparet Shultis Colin Cameron Nelle Mra F. W. Stull Daniel Saskatoon Francis Austin Avenue Florence May Campbell Richard Francia Annie Mra. W. T. Jackson Leonard Campbell Wilson Campbell Allan Campbell Johnstown N.Y Memoriam Crippled Children Survey Halton County Charles Benham Benham Jani Wallottn Charlo Tleohanm Christian Henthonany Ant C.F. Leatherland Marion Phoebbe Cook Malton Decrasril PHONE Joe Woods Corectal Cecil A. Carr Corectalae Tel Science and Tun Bratlors AE Boric Moore Abe Garhige Harrop Quebec Street Waet Guelph Ont Farnworth Memorials Flora Rd Cemstery Guelph, Ont E. P. Head Aston Corporation of Actontrom Fr. J. McCutcheon
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