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Acton Free Press

Location

Acton, Ontario, Canada

Date

Aug 21, 1958

Page

15

Florence Gibson and Ron Papillon Exchange Rings in Acton

Florence Gibson and Ron Papillon wed in a St Joseph’s Acton ceremony officiated by Father Machagall. The bride wore white nylon net and a fingertip veil, with bridesmaid Dia Gibaon in pink embroidered tulle. The groom’s side included Ken Papillon and Jack South, with a wedding breakfast at the Royal Hotel, Guelph. The couple plans a Lake Placid honeymoon. guests traveled from Acton, Rockwood, Toronto, Oakville, Kitchener and Brantford.

Florence Gibson Ron St. Joseph's James Gita Hoh 2 Rockwont Arshie Mapal Main St. Acton Father Machagall Guelph Mulholland Learth Dia Gibaon Groon Mariage Kenneth Papillon Wat Jack South Sod Wilfrat Dana Jr Croom Usher AeGdiang Hreebfaal Royal Hotel Somehate Bodes Lake Placid York Kitchefer Deantford Rockwood Toronto Oakville Acton

Peach Social and Meetings Mark Summer News

The WA held no successful peach social and bake sale on the lawn at the home of Mrs AC Patterson on Wednesday. The WMS met at Mrs Gunby’s home on Thursday with Mrs Gistby reading Scripture and Mrs Leperak leading prayer. Community notes mention various travel, visitors, and hospital news, including Mr Joe Race and memorial services.

Mre AC Patterton WMS Mra Gunby Gistby Leperak Brestie Massany Fields Lara Dee Mitchel Sakata Ashe Ana Mia Mio Mos M Joe Race South Peel Hegietl

Defence Problem Group Seeks 7807 Volunteers for County Civil Defence

County council heard details of a volunteer recruitment drive for the civil defence corps. Brigadier GEO OK Veith outlined plans to enroll 7807 volunteers to form a core organisation with local disaster response roles and training. The effort involves hospitals, auxiliary forces, ambulance corps, fire department support, and communications volunteers with a target staffing period from August to September to replace existing limits.

Halten County Council Auseday Cumanillay Brigater Geo OK Veith Prearnt Ondiaster

Obituary of Wesley Pickett Former Carriage Maker

Wesley Pickett a former Nassagawega carriage maker died August 18 at Guelph General Hospital after a long illness He was born in Hatton to Elizabeth Haruma and Abner Peckett and learned carriage making with his father and uncle He moved through several towns before retiring in Trafalgar Township and later lived with his daughter Myrtle in Pusinch He leaves two sons Elmer and Chic and a daughter Myrtle plus a brother Willam and other relatives The funeral was at the United Church in Pusinch with burial at Midfan Cemetery

Dua Ather Rinbrook Appleby Drursquin Trafalgar Township Mannah Cunipwet Chmrliy Salle Walthia Fis Pocket Myrtle Orme Shereacat Ema Elmer Florida USA Chic Acton Mra QO Sherwood Pusinch Willam Brantfont Ais

Jim Dilla wins three first prizes at C N E contests

Milton resident Mr Jim Dilla wins three first prizes at this years Canadian National Exhibit in contests announced by Mrs Elsa Jenkins womens activities manager. Dilla earned first prizes for a baby’s crocheted jacket and bonnet and $40 for a stuffed toy doll in a special competition with an honorable mention for a baby’s nightgown and jacket.

C.N.E Jim Dilla Milton Elsa Jenkins Mra Dilla

Visiting Pastor Loses Keepsake in Town Visit

Rev Hay Costerus, a visiting pastor, reported a lost wallet after a Sunday visit in town. The wallet contained a pad and pencil and was reportedly seen near Delhy Aimée. Costerus, currently ill with rheumatic fever, hopes the keepsake will be found and returned to his family.

Hay Costerus Mr Costerus Lowitt Phey Costerus Tee Tooney Delhy Mia Mra St. Bulme

Secret weapon pectin and Certo for perfect jams

A reader explains pectin as a natural jelly aid and Certo as a fruit derived concentrate for reliable jam and jelly results. The column offers cautions on pickling with salt and handling supplies, plus an invitation to share jam tips and writings.

Community Notes Honor John Richardson at 93

A longtime church and school member, John Richardson is celebrated for turning 93 with family tributes and warm messages. The sprawling column lists many relatives and acquaintances, detailing the day’s events, attendees, and goodwill from friends in the community.

John Richardson Bible School

Unclear fragment presents university and garden items

Readable portions mention University students and names with scattered references to gardens and events tied to a university setting. The text is fragmented and lacks coherent narrative or dates to form a full report.

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