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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Apr 23, 1953
Page
12
A cheerful review of Marian Keith's Lilacs in the Dooryard set on Georgian shores. The story follows Dallas Laird recovering with his bride Ellen among friendly farmers Maggie Bell and Neil McNeil, portraying country life with vivid animal scenes and affectionate neighbors.
Narrative blends moments of birds in bright sky and gray plumage with apples on trees as dogs join the scene. The tale shifts to a cozy evening by the fire where animals share in merry games and show lively curiosity about human visitors and future plans.
Notice to creditors and others. All persons having claims against the estate of Hugh Land late of Nagsagaweya Halton retired farmer who died about April 6 1952 must send particulars to the undersigned personal representatives. The executors will distribute assets with notice only of valid claims. Dated Burlington Ontario April 6 1953. William Norman Land and Annie May Land by Cleaver Crawford Burlington solicitors.
The Acton Women’s Institute celebrates its 50th anniversary at Acton United Church. The history notes early origins on March 24 1803 and recalls projects from quilts and plays to wartime clothing drives, a drinking trough, a park booth, and school dental aid.
Acton welcomes attendees as the Acton Group hosts the District Annual meeting to celebrate community life. The Women's Institute states its purpose is Home and Country without regard to race color class or creed.
Two Boy Scout leaders Arthur Martin of Cambridge and Ian Clarke of Brisbane have left Southampton aboard the Falkland Islands Dependency Survey Vessel John Biscoe. They will serve as meteorological assistants on the Falkland Islands for 18 months during the annual relief voyage.
A woman hosts a guest and teases her friend's clever son about knife skills. The boy replies calmly that his family often eats tough meat at home, turning the remark into a humorous exchange.
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