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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Aug 17, 1933
Page
4
A roundup of readable items concerns surrounding nearby centers and communities. Readers gain quick glimpses of events, notices, and happenings across the area.
The Black Knight celebration took place in Guelph on August 13. Mrs Herbert Oakley and her daughter Isabel visited, staying with her mother over the weekend in Toronto. Mr and Mrs Cecil-Wilson and family of Toronto are visiting Mrs John Wilson for a few days. Mrs Wellington Willet of Gkowil-Hams visits with her sister Mrs Cecil Smith.
Mr David Mahon returns from a Western University course in London. The Wheelman family vacationing at Lion’s Head. Attendees at Chester Cargill’s funeral Monday. Baseball Club hosts annual tournament and dance August 23. No Presbyterian service Sunday. Lily Gilbert of Milton visiting Mr William Turner. Mr and Mrs William MacPhail trip west. Gerald Henderson broke an arm last week cranking a tractor. Lian McPhail visiting cousin Florence Elliott in Puslinch. Peggy and Jean Plelding of Milton visiting grandparents H Higgins.
Mr Robert Barbour returns from a trip to the old country. Miss Gladys Matthews visits with Mr and Mrs Plum mer in Dustic. The Young Clan reunion in Stanley Park Erin draws about 250 relatives. Mrs Jas Cheyne of Lakeland Fla dies in a car accident near Centre Inn and surrounding district. She leaves a husband Homer a son two sisters and two brothers.
Harold Wilson leaves Dominion Stores in Burlington after years as manager. Robi Fleetham sustains a chest wound from a piece of wood while working at the Davis and Doty mill. Lunau store staff and local youths enjoyed a weekend at E. P. Lumau’s Fedelon Falls cottage. Town Clerk Byers and family plan a two week motor trip to Winnipeg. Engagement announced for Grace Murray to Ric Merry. Dr and Mrs Wilkinson vacationing in Ottawa and Carleton Place. Rev Caswell and wife at Fenelon Falls cottage. Miss Clareda Johnson visits Colborne Street home. Carl Brickman and wife from Akron Ohio in town renewing acquaintances.
Residents from Toronto Brampton Georgetown Erin and nearby towns gathered at the Limehouse cottage week. A Friday gathering drew about 40 guests while several families visited for weekends and holidays. A motor trip to St John NB reported 2185 miles round trip with a fond preference for Ontario. A serious highway accident on Route 7 near Woodhill injured eight people including Joseph O’Neil and the Cooney brothers. Local clubs held meetings and church services with a Sunday school picnic at Eden Mills park and a Y P A gathering at Stewarttown.
The Ospringe Everton unit of the Woman's Institute held its annual garden party last Thursday evening in aid of the local cemetery. A good sum was raised for the worthy cause. Various residents and visitors from Guelph, Hamilton, Milton, Toronto, and Cleveland were noted in attendance or visiting, with multiple family mentions and local clergy noted for services.
Rockwood defeated Eden Mills 76 to 0 on Tuesday at Eden Mills, then Eden Mills triumphed 9 to 3 at Rockwood on Thursday. The Presbyterian Church Young People held a regular meeting with Bible lessons and prayers led by Russell Patterson and Will Graham.
Mrs. Gertrude Ramshaw of Toronto visited Churchill and Acton families including the Swackhamers. Manton relatives called on Monday. Threshing is active in the area. Rev G I Stephenson on holidays, Rev James preached last Sunday, Blyth will preach Sunday. Sunday School youths will lead next service. Mary Scott of Tilsonburg visiting the Gwackhamers and Kerrs.
Burlington visitors from Mr Taylor Cleveland Ohio Toronto join Miss Stevens and Mr and Mrs Graham at local homes. Many attend Corner church meeting with Capt Pollon Georgetown. Church meeting planned Sunday at 11 AM with Sunday School at 2 PM. Local residents travel to Vancouver and Toronto.
Georgetown residents host, visit and travel news with mentions of Montreal Glasgow and Cleveland visitors. Local council to reconsider grant to Esquesing Agricultural Society and Sam Mackenzie’s golf feat at Cedar Crest. Rev Dr Howard to lead church service in Acton while Bennie is away.
Frew and Gifford will deliver sermons at the United Church. Sunday School at noon, Bible service at 7 00 p m with all welcome.
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