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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Aug 18, 1955
Page
4
The article notes the Old Pupils gathering for a centennial event with readings including Know Jesus Too and Just Out side the Door. Rev. George T. Simpson, B.A., B-D., of London delivered the sermon. Simpson, a former pupil, spoke about spiritual guidance in modern schools.
The Nassagaweya S S No 3 school reunion honored 94 year old Levi Elsely, oldest attendee, with a plaque marking the school’s 100th anniversary. A wreath for five local war dead and a community gathering followed, including softball, a pony ride for charity, and performances by Miss Sybil Bennett and local dancers.
At Lake View House, Sutton, on August 2 bowlers participated in a mixed tournament. Miss Doris McLaren was on the winning team, which claimed the house cup. Each top team member received a cup and saucer, and Miss McLaren’s name will be added to the trophy.
The text lists numerous local residents and families visiting friends and relatives across Canada and overseas. Mentions include trips to Wasaga Beach Detroit Haliburton Victoria Post Sydney Bark Lake and Camp Calumet among others with a wedding in Huntsville and scouts at the World Jamboree adding activity to the season.
Leslie and Helen Swackhamer announce daughter Deborah Marlene born August 4 1955 at Guelph General hospital. Lyle Cripps and family welcome son Bradley born August 16 1955 at the Acton nursing home. Frank Perry husband of Olive Webster died August 12 1955 Milton Ontario funeral August 15 Evergreen cemetery interment. Charles Morton born to Nellie Emmons and family interred in Sodom cemetery Nassagaweya township. Sarah Elizabeth Rigby died August 4 1955 in Toronto Acton and Buffalo relatives noted. interment Fairview cemetery August 6.
In memory of Francis Joseph Lingard who died August 20 1954. Ever remembered by wife Ethel and son Donald. In memory of Ellsworth R Evans who died August 17 1954. God be with him home. Ever remembered by wife and sons.
The Francescato family expresses gratitude for cards flowers and thoughtful acts during bereavement. They thank Dr. Garrett nurses at Guelph General Hospital Mrs G Benton and Rev Paul of Milton, the Legion ladies, Rumley Funeral Home and Mr. R H Cross and family for support and service during the loss of a wife and mother.
The notice urges early enrollment for the fall term with the office open afternoons in August for registrations. Knox Presbyterian Church of Acton hosts friends of Miss Mary Ellen Anderson on furlough from Georgetown British Guiana to celebrate her Silver Anniversary of mission service with a gathering Tuesday evening at the church. A collection of $423 is noted.
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