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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Aug 18, 1921
Page
6
Readable fragments show names such as Virthe Marriaged and Deathe charged for various items with scattered dates and locations. The text mentions marriages, deaths, and legal terms amid garbled OCR, referencing individuals like Avice Jager and Alton JL in a damaged notice context.
The column compiles August notes on corn and root crops, taxes, local trades, church work at Knox Church, school funding, road and waterworks projects, harvest prospects, and a darts tournament. It mentions Acton plans, ratepayers’ meeting, and a Toronto trip by Acton Qualting Club.
Townsfolk gather as Mra Wehard Cawhy and party visit neighbors in Lainiden. Churchill Sunday School plans an outing at Utne Park with locals noting rich corn crops and farm activity. Local hires change hands as groceries shift hands, and a motor accident prompts hospital updates. Community clubs host meetings, visits from relatives arrive, and residents plan summer travels and orchard improvements.
Oakville residents face charges of vulgarity and alleged misconduct as Milward Winch Nayon of Oakville stands accused. Marchand traveled yesterday to Vancouver for unspecified matters. Local students at AUtfon firhott pursue Navinal sutrance, with several names listed as involved in writeups and social notices.
Georgetown and area residents new details from a busy week. Mr PD Warran of Toronto visited town briefly. Mr Tracy attended Old Boya Wamp Week at Listowel with two friends from Gualph. A three week Maritime Province trip is planned by Anale Tyan and companions. Mr and Mrs Grogan and family spent a day with Adam before a two month voyage to the Continent. Joseph Mothorailt of Wrampton and family visited last week for a time at their home. A. Norrington and son veterin were holidaying at Matailly Point Lake Jonops Muskoka. Miss Olivia Kennedy of Georgetown and Miss J. Afa Crankey of Brampton visited Lake Flauldnikea Northern Ontario. Man Lytlian Watson planned a two week stay at Kochou Point Take Almons. W Brown of Campbells Crom sustained a serious injury while helping a thrash- er overturn a thrashing outfit. he was injured between the separator and engine when the evaporator arched into it.
The Logan fire investigation extends over two days as Toronto investigators seek evidence on arson at Logan’s stable near CGlo and Winma. Witnesses describe threats by Jim Norton and Logan’s supporters amid claims of intimidation and bribery, with private inquiry continuing into Friday.
Mil tion G W V A reunion spans three days with church services and a dance on Main Street. An accident injured George Hickay during a game between Milton and Acton, while Sunday services featured a band and hymns. Reverend J Hal won Brown along with Mrs Brown promote continued community work in Alberta and New York youth outreach.
A notice describes a gathering to discuss a schedule for a significant project. It mentions participants Roy, the Mayor, and Navy Mr. Barier, with plans to display war photographs from a national record during an afternoon session. The event aims to inform attendees about the upcoming activities and expectations.
Auction notice for Kerr Auerlon to sell farm implements household effects on Tuesday August 23 1921 at 10 o'clock. Items include a brown mare four years old, two cows, hay racks, wagon, buggy, harness, plows, separators, kitchen goods, and cash terms with no reserve. Positively no credit beyond cash or note. Clerks and officials listed.
The undersigned offers a mixed farm auction near Acton on Saturday August 27, 1921 at 1 o clock sharp. Hogs and cattle include 2 white horned cattle, several sows and gilts, multiple York and Tamworth hogs with different ages and weights, many bred or due to farrow soon. The sale features a large variety of stock by Lakeview and Maplewood bloodlines. Credit terms apply. items selling without reserve. Auctioneer: H. Kern.
An advertisement urges readers to enroll in Canada business and college programs. It highlights Toronto and Guelph campuses with branches, promises a placement for graduates, and promotes home study and in person courses by Canada Nuslnows Collexa in Guelph and other cities. A noted feature is three commandian names to appear at a Canadian National Fodhibltton event.
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