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Acton Free Press

Location

Acton, Ontario, Canada

Date

Apr 17, 1947

Page

4

Miss Joan Matthews and E L Miller top euchre and dance

Miss Joan Matthews and Mr E L Miller led scoring at the euchre and dance in the Hall on Friday evening. Mrs R A Davidson won the door prize lucky number. The W M S meeting discussed April 24 lecture on Poland under Nazi occupation by Rev Norma Zellman. Communion services by Rev Gehenna Limehouse PC. Doris Mitchell teaching with Mrs H Barber at SS No 16. Beverley Broadbridge of Toronto staying with Miss Jean Ruddell at SS No 9. Wheeler family from Toronto visited cousins Mr and Mrs J Roughley. Alex Trotter visited sister Mrs A W Norton.

Joan Matthews E. L. Miller R. AL. Davidson W.M.S Hell Poland Norma Zellman Scott Mission County Road Mainisier e—Gehenna

Local Residents Share Weekend Visits Across Ontario and New York

Albany visitor Mrs Morgan and families in Acton Guelph and Weston host relatives over the weekend. Reports list multiple couples and children visiting from Albany Bridgeport Erin Speedside and Weston with additional greetings at the homes of Patten Alton McCutcheon and Ridell families. A birth announced at Guelph General Hospital adds family congratulations.

Morgan Albany New York Robert Patten Guetah John Alton Marie Parker Acton Rae West T. D. McCutcheon Eliington Moffat Earl van Norman Will’ Smith Charlie Byers Danny Guelph Robert McCutcheon Bridgeport Harvey Jestin Alfred Couling Will Alexander J. Hamilton Harald Suntor Gorton Ridell Dorathy Mary Eileen Ridell James Laughlin Guelph General Hospital Alfred Boles Borre- Boles Glenn Boles Will Head Frank Martiniani Gordon Elora Chariie Head

Community Mourns Mrs Cameron in Rockwood

The village remembers Mrs Vobty Cameron who died after a recent illness. Friends and relatives express condolences as the funeral, held with private service then United Church rites led by Rev John Ward, included floral tributes and a procession to Rockwood Cemetery.

Roehns Vobty Gielph Carperal Hospital Cameron Tite Mrc Shuts Farny Eit Miata Robert Joanston David California Tes Dan Saskatoon Rockweed Setaot Fred Stull Caietph Aobeter United Church John Ward Rockwood Cemetery

St David's Ladies Aid hosts social and craft gathering

In Campbellville Mrs J K Mahon hosted the Ladies Aid of St David's Church with fruit boxes sent to friends, notes of appreciation read, and plans discussed for June and a fall Ragnar. The Grice Mission Band met in April at Mrs Menzies with twelve girls and two ladies sewing after lunch.

Mra. J. K. Mahon Ladies Aid St. David's Church Mra. Linn Mra. Wood Irton J. K. Mahon Nat Vedda the Grice Mission Band

Easter Visit Highlights In Acton and Surrounding Towns

Many residents across Acton Guelph Toronto and Hamilton spent Easter with family and friends. Notable visits include the McIntosh and McKnight families and guests from Guelph Detroit and Arkell. A dam at Barden's mill broke away during spring floods, impacting local assets and signaling ongoing water issues.

James McKnight Acton George Robertson Alex McIntosh Montreal Harry McIntosh Hamilton Sarah McIntosh Guelph Eaen McIntosh George Sheppard Toronto J. W. Froad A. Coulson Arkell Barden

Results of Experiments Encourage Risk Taking

The text argues that fear of failure deters men from trying new things and that viewing attempts as experiments builds confidence. It suggests trying new experiences, regardless of outcome, promotes skill growth and future ability.

Human body seen as superior to machines in health study

Health officers in Canada’s capital compare the human body with machines noting it has no trade-in value but lasts longer with care. They urge adequate food rest recreation fresh air and exercise and cite a study titled Canmla's Four Rules for guidance on human fuels and balanced meals.

Canada Canmla

Erin Council Seeks Road Improvements for Seventh Line

Erin Township Council met on April 2 with reeve and members present. They requested Halton County consider hard topping Seventh Line from Highway 7 to Erin boundary to ease heavy northbound traffic on a road in very bad condition. Audit fees and insurance policy renewals noted. treasurer authorized refunds and distribution of 1947 tax tags.

Erin Townahip Councy Ta Durg Eeva Frank D. Gray Brock, Davis & Dunn Halton County Council Erin

Acton Dog By-law Warns of Seasonal Fines for At Large

By law No. 738 in Acton prohibits dogs from running at large from May 1 to September 15. Owners allowing this face a fine of 10 dollars. Municipal Officer FE. E. Harrop issues the notice.

Acton Thresn E. Harrop

Ooslieht Saving Tone Wan The Sure Seul Une Contre Do Twa

In Sebo Village Helyade cond Hil Owr Fires Strtygade were pudidl 15.00 each for call to tre at Mer Wes Beagles lot 24 A Beta Hownaltp. Council Road Superintendent Jenes Gaibifee te Tgeced till aud dale de Bane pe toe meet of the ye weve.

Sebo Helyade Jenes Gaibifee Una

Clearing Auction Sale Saturday April 26 Featured Livestock and Gear

Auction list detailing Percheton and Holstein cattle, Jersey and Ayrshire dairy cows, calves, ewes with lambs, hogs and sows, poultry and equipment, farm implements, and draft gear. Lot descriptions include breed, age, and readiness for August or June milking, with entries for milkers, calves, heifers, bulls, crates, harnesses, and tools. Conducted by Hindley and Elliott with contact details provided.

Jersey Halstein Jersey Holstein Ayrshire Holstein Colony House S York

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