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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Aug 22, 1935
Page
4
Local readers report on various centers and communities of interest in the Ben iMany area. Notes mention shared events, nearby changes, and community notices affecting residents.
Mr and Mrs William Edwards and son of Collingwood are holidaying at Mrs W Millars with friends in the district. Mr and Mrs Bert Heron and daughter of Flora spent the weekend at Flora. Threshing is the order of the day as farmers finish cutting grain though some fields suffer wind damage. Miss Helen McCann of Guelph, visiting with Master Kenneth Prior, is holidaying with Mr and Mrs J P McCann.
The Young People's Society of the Presbyterian Church held a successful roast at Mills Kay Gilbertson's home with a fish pond for children and a bean contest won by Mrs. Ernest Harwood of Guelph. Visitors to the Ramsey home included Delray Mich residents and others. local injuries noted in a farm accident. several families visiting. church services led by Rev. Robertson with no services next Sunday.
Ospringe residents report visits from relatives and friends including Miss Jean Kirkwood and Mrs Lila McKinnon. Local improvements noted such as roof reshingling, new dwelling construction, silo building, and barn renovations. A dog named Tiga was struck and destroyed after an accident with a car.
Erin society notices list visits from F Ecclestone and Doris of Euclid Ohio, Sherman Gibson and party from Detroit with Enid Brain and June, P Finn and Irene Walker of Toronto with J Justice and Mrs. Steel of Thornbury. Also mentions Miss Florence Steel holidaying with her father J M Steel and family, and updates on Donald McLean and Mrs Louise Steen sailing to Aberdeen for a year teaching, along with Louise Steen’s teaching assignment in Mansfield County.
The Women’s Institute meeting last Thursday, led by President Mrs. Thos Wingrove, featured a program from the Everton Institute with vocal and piano duets, papers on Lepisiation and Youth, and humorous readings. The day included refreshments and thanks to the local institute, ending with the National Anthem. Community happenings follow, including St John’s Church picnic at Edgewood Park, church services, Boy Scout outing, and local visits and holidays across Morriston and area.
Mr. Wm Nickell visits Acton while Miss Hil of Toronto visits Mr. John Bennet. Tyler sells his service station to Mr. and Mrs. George McBain of Acton who have taken possession. The community welcomes the McBains into their midst.
In Nassagaweya Ebenezer United Church held a morning service last Sunday led by Mr Crosby of Aberfoyle. The next Sunday the Womens Missionary Society will conduct the service with Mrs Smith of Toronto as guest speaker. Also noted: Darby family from Knutchbull visited Dundas. Vern Diamond of Guelph visited Nassagaweya. the Wilkson family from Knutehbull visited Lowville.
Ballinafad reports describe Thin Iumond of Ancaster being struck by a runaway horse after a car stop. He sustained a bruised arm and stomach with possible skull fracture and was taken to Hamilton General Hospital last Thursday. The page notes several local residents’ health, travels, and weekend visits amid horse thrushing and ideal farming weather.
William Afnhon Mears and Don Martin hosted a Wiener roast for local youths. David Mahon returned from London course. Lilian MiucPhail visiting Florence Emiiott in Puslinch. Margaret McLaren and family vacationed at Wasaga Beach. Kay Bell visiting friends in Guelph. Crawford Lake gathering hosted by Roger Mahon. Hornby residents Mr and Mrs H Trimble moved to Alex McCurdy’s house. W Fielding family visiting H Higgins. Jenny MacMillan holidaying in Guelph. Une Mire Tr Syniles Jaale and Bob back from a motor trip. Toronto visitors James Porue, Tommy and Linda vacationing. AL Eley mentioned. R Menuvles spent Thursday at Weston. T MacPhail family and Win Elliott family visited Rockwood. George Mitchell, Youny and Eleanor vacationing with George Harris in Toronto. Jackie Burden holidaying with Neil Martin in Guelph. Crawford Mahon home from Queen's University. Mrs J Gilmour recovering from illness. Clara Norden of Toronto visiting Guelph sister-in-law. Baseball team tournament and dance planned next week. Myadack cloth and family visiting in Guelph.
An old Weyro way asks about chicken breed then beats. The reply in broken speech suggests whites and hides their true taste, revealing a concealed motive amid the odd exchange.
Georgetown notes travel visits by Milas Eva Sinclair and Mrs. Stuart Smith to Detroit. Robson buys Glen Williams hotel from Thomas Hill estate. Laurel Band Bible Class met at Mrs. H Dayfoot. Charie Carney, 11, dies suddenly in Georgetown. Grand Royal Black Preceptory marks 247th Derry relief anniversary.
Constable Wm Roser resumed duties after protracted war injuries. Maughitrate W. Mellvethhina and family vacationed at Victoria Harbor for three weeks. Mrs Mablo Merida and Mrs James vacationed at Delawand Inn in London. Mr and Mrs R F Sanderson spent two weeks at Bruce Beach and Inverhuron Beach on Lake Huron. Mr J Muckinder observed his eighty second birthday at Pine Avenue. Trafalgar Township Council discussed by law on Neonta He nachines in forced finevernY municipalities. Fred C Tilley entertained at bridge for Mrs Nancy Elite whose marriage to Cyril J Windeler takes place this month. John E Ford and A A Gabraith travel by motor to Ontario northern points. School 4 out, 15 far as Ontville Town Councillors are concerned. August meetings suspended due to holidays.
Milton notices a series of community items including visits by Rev Cecil Dolby and Mrs Dolby, D R Nutcheon appointed as Farm Loan Board appraiser, Miss Vern Norris returning from Acton, White couple’s 900 mile motor trip, Lastic Patch track record at Sutton Horse Show, Harold Muhusband recovering from surgery, the death of George King, and Mrs Eleanor Clements bicycle trip plans in Europe. Plus Quebec maple crop estimates for 1905 with higher volume and value, noting maple syrup and sugar production and regional importance.
A garbled excerpt shows a dialogue about marriage and behavior followed by an odd medical warning. The text references a plump Wettle girl and a brisk treatment with Douglas Hypptlin Yintment for a boil or sore. The overall content is informal and puzzling.
Local notices report Mrs. L. Manness returning to Winnipeg after six weeks with relatives. Visitors include Mrs. F. Ralston and Mrs. W Parkhill. Lacrosse Club hires Jack Worthy as coach. Heating upgrades planned at Lily School. Valedictory for Maury Worlby J.N. precedes her mission work in India. Town council seeks $40,000 debenture for Water Commission to finish the waterworks system.
An early guide explains electrical shock dangers and resuscitation steps. It outlines that death tests can mislead, emphasizes quickly removing the patient from contact, insulating helpers, and starting artificial respiration. Warmth and prolonged efforts up to four hours are advised, noting summer faster recovery but cautioning against premature upright positions.
An angler sits by a Yorkshire canal watching his float when a bishop and his daughter stop to chat. The bishop notes the angler is a fisher and jokes about being a fisher of men. The scene ends with light banter and an exchange about bait.
A warm tempted tour through summer meals centered on garden fresh produce. Describes markets and flavors of corn peaches tomatoes melons and leafy greens with simple menus and a cookie recipe for hot weather enhancements.
The church schedules 1100 a.m. worship with the minister on the topic The Perils of Power at morning service. A 12:00 noon Sunday School follows and the evening service is canceled. Everybody is welcome.
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