Halton Firemen win group laurels at Milton gathering
Following an eight month illness James Alexander Britton of Acton died July 2 at Guelph General Hospital. Born April 9 1808 in Naseagawey township, he had lived in the district, married Christina Wallace sixteen years ago, and leaves five daughters and several brothers and sisters. The obituary notes a large funeral at Knox Presbyterian and lists pallbearers and flower bearers. The article also covers the Ontario Firemen Association convention in Milton with Halton County Mutual Aid plan details, officers elected, and discussions on increasing fire defense.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Alexander Britton
Acton
General Hospital
Guelph
Naseagaweyn Township
Mra
WE Britton
Negsagawey
Christina Wallace
Jean
Judy
Barbara
Moreene
Sharon
Willard
Glen
Campbellville
SenatMrs
A. Padbury
P. Boynton
Toronto
E Andersont
Tigh
A. Florda
Long Branch
M. Multent
Do Ellis
W. Rumley and Son
R. H. Armstrong
Knox Presbyterian Church
Nasmouweyn Presbyterian Church
Norman Arimstrong
Charles Anderson
Mansel Nellis
George Nightingale
Walter Freeman
Ray Blacklock
Ross Britton
Mervin Thompson
Calvin McIntyre
George Job
George Dredge
Bill Carnachan
Freddie Carlson
Milton
AE Clement
Halton
Oax
Keith Balls
Petrolia
Jax Corey
AE DeLotunayville
Dinclas
KO McNeely
York Township
Wan Vinh
Swanken
H. Gee
Dundas
G. Weavers
Chi
Dominion
Mr. Simmonds
W. G. Neill
J Arnett
Muse
A. E Clement
Halton County
Sterling Garrow
Michigan
Clement
Association
E QO McN
E Cooper
A May
James G Wilson
H M Harrison
Thorncrest Het
May McCall Wailset
Hugh
Chryptine McColl
Daries
Burlington
Torentey
Nurnail Schoet
Jiartipen
Faut Brandetghdter
Marattan
William M. Pearson Dies in Toronto
William M Pearson, longtime Acton resident, died in Toronto General Hospital on Sunday after a lengthy illness. He lived at 324 Hudson Street, spent boyhood days in Acton, and remained active in the community. Surviving are his wife Ornette Minceva Martin, daughter Mrs Austin Violet, son Kenneth Martin, and a sister Mrs Ens Johnson of Georgetown. Funeral services were held in Toronto with a Turner A Darter Chapel service and burial at Park Lawn Cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Acton
Toronto
Walaa Munson Pearson
Ail Pearson
Dh Pearson
Acta
Ornette Minceva Martin
Austin Violet
Kenneth Martin
Ens Johnson
Georgetown
Ernest
Taranto
Tarante
Turner
Royceseulies Avenue
Park Lawn
Yoronte
Parsonage Lawn Hosts Baptist Mission Circle Picnic
The parsonage lawn served as the setting for the Baptist Mission Circle Picnic on Wednesday evening July 21. The pageant featured a well attended supper prepared by all members with supper convener Mrs D Dunk and Miss Jessie Coles in charge. A brief devotional included Scripture verses and prayer, followed by contests and games led by Mrs D Cohen and Mrs BR Costerus.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baptist Mission Circle
D. Dunk
Jessie Coles
D . Cohen
BR. Costerus
Limehouse Community Reunion Draws Near 400 Attendees at School
Nearly four hundred guests gathered at S.S. No. 9 Esquesing for the Limehouse Community Reunion held July 24 and 25. The event opened with socializing, school reminiscences, children’s races and contests, and a bag of groceries and cash prizes. Evening programs featured Earl Scott, the Vatley Boys, Sam Gisby, and local talent, followed by tea, a band concert by Acton Citizens Band, and more races and prizes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Limehouse
S.S. No. 9
Bucks Georgetown
Bert Mossop
Toronto
Earl Scott
Rlus Vatley Boys
Sam Gisby
Hathidays
Harry Smethurst
Barrie
E Karn
Smethurst
Catherine
Fire Brigade Delayed by Engine Trouble on Drive to Milton
A fire department unit faced engine trouble while en route to Milton for a three day Volunteer Firemen's Association convention. The Acton brigade, traveling with several members, participated in demonstrations and events. the local truck did not reach Milton, but Acton was represented at various times during the gathering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Acton
Milton
Ontario Volunteer Firemen’s Association
Acton Aire Brigade
Ontario Volunteer Firemens Association
M. Holmes
D van Fleet
W Kelly
H. Townsley
D Price
Bitte
200 Lot Subdivision For 50 Acre Area in Town Dispute
Representatives discuss a 200 lot subdivision for a 50 acre town area with a housing complex proposal. Costs include sewer and water upgrades, sidewalks, and street standards. City officials and a developer advocate for adequate facilities, with Council appointing representatives to oversee considerations and funding.
Council Plans Wednesday decision on new subdivision project
Local council set a Wednesday meeting to discuss a major subdivision scheme titled Different Venture. The plan includes 10 initial houses funded by the town, with future industrial development and school population considerations. Subdivider fees and service costs are debated, alongside sewer and zoning provisions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Earlie
Wader
Metbers
Howe
Omure
Mason Bo ‘Ayter
Addionad
Ase
Conard Abe
Halton High School Board Agenda Includes Insurance and Equipment
Halton district trustees outline year plans and budget items including insurance matters, teacher classifications, and equipment purchases. The July meeting notes reference a private funeral and memorials for Mrs. James G. Wilson while detailing anticipated costs for classroom tools, plows, and safety gear for recently funded projects.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Helter
Mopehall
Ogni
Melba
Cook
Fo Cowan Insurance
Rescue Man Caught In Fairy Lake Mud
Rescue teams battled deep mud and weeds as a man became trapped in Fairy Lake last week. Authorities described quicksand like conditions and a lengthy effort by police and fire crews to reach and extricate the victim from the murky waters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fairy Lake
Soneen
Open Office Seeks Historic Grocery Store Tenant
Fragmentary text notes an old office and a former grocery store location. Mentions Bas Gees, New cerepartc ue, and a figure named Mr Bear r, with references to property, tenancy, and past operations. Unable to determine clear dates or entities due to garbled OCR.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bear
Andy Shue
Uccupast
Bary
Gtcety Baronest Co
Mr and Mrs Allen Honored by Friends Amid Attentive Crowd
A crowd gathered as Mr and Mrs R Ol lis were feted by friends in Acton. The event honored the couple with warm tributes and well wishes from attendees lingering afterward.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
K. Allen
R Ollis
Caser
Also Mentioned on This Page
Ontario Firemen
James A. Britton
Actus
Geergelows
Norton
Herrington
Timleck
Freesten
Marton
Fred Ae
Marve Vain
White Strelvogel
Sani Lapel
Lawson
Ling
Foot
Cunningham
Maunday
William M. Pearson
Fred Carr
Aller
Howard Henderson
Hilly
Hares Norton
Lorne Norton
Rex Crechetan
A J Smetthurst
Dotley McHenry
Mra Larus
Vancouver
Smethauret
Wennifteg
Peed Carr
Garry Scoty
AC Patterson
Joy
Kirkymirck
Ther Kirkpatrick
Dorothy R Kirkpatrice
Davd Aret
Mabel Johnson
Satford
Meg M
Douglas Gow
Harding
Helen
Marion Sea
Thomas Sid Thomas
Canad
Regulat Siun
TE Wa
Couhaeitle
Oteeteng
CW Goldstraw Neat Aptale
Geldstiaw
Thomas Campaty
Chedowan
Erin
Mayer Bouviet
Reeve J Stewart
Morgave
Galdstraw
Roh Elliott
Elhelt
Indurtsy Counewan
Tie Price Quetytien 1
Osialubke
Cleth Jo McGeuchie
Low
Eria
Pawnahiphey
Peatock
Behu
Warren Grove
Mansville
Wes
Seppe
Nassagaweye
Tom
Boon Acton
Sabels
Reo
Uae
Halton H.S. Board
J. Wilson
Georgecan
Architert
Hydts
Tyler
Crue
Gerecees
F. Crewson
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