Acton District Soldiers Home From Overseas Returns
Acton and district welcomed returning service members after long overseas service. Gar Pittman, with the 1st Field Regiment from 1940, arrived with an English wife-to-be awaiting travel to Canada. Cpl James A Milne, wounded in Holland, returns to Tookwood with treatment at Toronto's Charley Park Hospital. Cpl Karl Frank arrives from overseas, having served with the Lorne Scots and earlier with the 7th/14th battalions, after combat across Italy France Germany Holland and Belgium and serious injuries. Additional troops, including Pte Murray Raver, Pte H R Nicholls, Corp Jack Scriven, and Br Normal Preforest, are noted as arriving or pending details as the community gathers to welcome them.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jine
Onbert Pittman
Acton and
France
Germany
Pittman
England
Stephen Bilicott
I. J. Mullin
Acton
Gar Pittman
Canada
Pasteur
James A. Milne
Tookwood
Holland
Milne
Heo
Charley Park Hospital
Toronto
Man Milne
Hockwood
Cpl
Karl Frank
Lorne Scots
Hamilton
Averse
Rth Highlanders
Italy
Belgium
Hosptal
Tle
Karl
Noo J. Nas- Bagaweyva
Buss Bees Club
Community Notes From Orton and Surroundings
A late week bulletin records church members joining in prayer and thanksgiving in Orton and nearby areas. It notes a funeral for the infant daughter of Mr and Mrs Herb Howlett, and lists returning service members aboard the Duchess of Richmond including Captain Dearing met in Toronto. Messages of congratulations, visits, and plans for an overseas boys celebration are also mentioned along with social gatherings at the Mimosa Women's Institute and local visits among families in Norval Acton and Orangeville.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mimosa
Marxville
United Church
Orton
Herb. Howlett
Beatrice Lockett
Lord Dufferin
Orangeville
Mimosa Women's Institute
Wm. Ballenting
Norval
Harvey Dearing
Fred Mel Cutcheon
Acton
Ee Mroo
Milne
Toronto
Eugsta
al Newall
Alb Gowdy
Helen Gowdy
Ron
Ballentine
Jesse Reed
Elora
Wallace Gregson
John ‘Hurd
Cc. Bacon
Jook
Wilma Thompson
Hornby
Metha Dearing
Jack McCutcheon
Homer
Milton Takes Two Games in Juvenile Series
Milton wins 10 6 in Acton then takes a second game in Milton by a narrow margin. Acton catcher Jack Kentner Jr suffers a compound fracture of the right tibia after a wet second inning. Acton eliminated. Milton advances in the juvenile series.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Milton
CBA
Acton
Jack Kentner, Jr
Milter
Halton farmers urged to order fertilizer at once
A meeting of Ontario fertilizer manufacturers warned of ongoing labor shortages and potential delays in fall deliveries. They urged all farmers able to order now to ensure timely receipt, noting adequate quantities are ready but late orders may face heavy discounts and delays.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Halton
Water Heaters Not Yet Available In Quantity
The Acton Public Meeting reviewed arrears with notice to pay by August 1 or lose service. Directors planned to bill for labor when items moved from office. No action on water heater installs due to limited supply. Treasurer authorized a $1000 transfer from Waterworks to General. Various payments approved. Legion Labor Day donation discussed. permission to donate pending HEPC Ontario guidance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Acton
C. M. Hansen
J. R. MacArthur
One IE PLC
Coniniasion
Met Meleod
Wilton
Paketon Baeble
Lalitee Poe
The
Canadian Legion
HE. P.c
Ontario
Acton council backs water main project and reservoir work
The Acton council approved water main installation on Queen Street and construction of a reservoir at the spring, with health department conditions. Debentures up to 325000 were authorized, three percent rate, to be sold via brokerage. work to start after approvals. Public utilities and highways forms filed. officials to meet in Toronto to finalize plans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oakes
Woutton
Creigsten
Bas Powebe
Acton Countibon
McDonald
Todd
Department of Municipal
Andi
Tr Merry
Ontario Department of Health
Department of Highways
Stony Queen Street
Wilson
Public Utilities Commission
Municipal Board
Muthons
Department of Health
Coombs
Department of Municipal Affairs
Reese
Anslerson
Toronto
Sear Council
Itl
SINR
Norton Motors
Bett Telephone Co
Acton Public Utilities Commission
Zon Whither & Co
Hart JF
Hartz Co
Stetilizer
Burlington Seacadets plan Father and Son banquet
Civilian Committee of the Sea Cadets in Burlington completes plans for a Father and Son banquet on August 1 at 7:15 pm at the Brant Inn. Burlington boys homecoming includes Don Greer returning from overseas after serving with Gen Crerar’s staff in France and Germany. A rumor says a Burlington man could lead Ontario Liberal party if Mitch Hepburn steps down. convention in Toronto may be postponed due to wartime restrictions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Sea Cadets
Brant Inn
Burlington
Ave Seax
Sign Man
Bellview Ave
Toronto
Exhibition Grounds
Miss Stroud
Milton
Don Greer
S. J. Grover
Hurd
Ave
Don
Crerar
France
Germany
Dan
Ottawa
Mitch
Hepburn
Liberal Party
Ontario
Ontario Liberal” Association
Gareite
Hassard Baker Wedding At Dalhousie Mills August Fourth
The wedding of Miss Patricus Maker and Hiftyey J Masaand took place Saturday August 4th in Dalhousie Mills. Guests from New Jersey Newfoundland New York Toronto Acton Trenton Ottawa Montreal Alexandria and Summerstown attended. The bride a Queen's University graduate wore a brown satin gown with feather accents and the couple will travel to Georgian Bay and Halifax for a reception and guest visits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Patricus Maker
Dabousie Milla
Ont
Hiftyey
Polput
Clinton Jace
Lidhian Scott New Found
Dundeamaid
Ted Hansen
Toronto
1La.c
Andrew Haker
Ken Hassard
RCN VR
Chateau Stanley
Summerstown
Pine Co Fiahifax
New Jersey
Newfoundland
New York
Acton
Trenton
Ottawa
Montreal
Alexandria
Summerstein
Queen's University
Kingston
Raine-Elect Entertained Gifts Presented
On August 15 Mrs. Chas. Davidson entertained friends at her home for sister Miss Eileen Bride who wed this week. Rooms had pink and white decor and a tea table with sweet peas. After games the bride elect received a mock wedding cake revealing gifts. The hostess and helpers served a luncheon and tea.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chas. Davidson
Eileen Bride
C. Hudson
Mra. J. Stewart
H. Switzer
Mra ‘Dolson
Acton Union Seeks Public Ownership of Coal and Sale
The Acton Union urges public ownership of coal and distribution to consumers amid Ontario Federation of Labour discussions. It calls for government action to ensure affordable fuel this winter, with a plan to supply low quantities early in the season for wage earners and a broader public distribution system.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Acton Union
Ontario
Ontatte Federation of
Viaborte
Mayvab
Laconto
Ondanio
Edo
Tto
Waterworks Approved Work To Start Monday
Acton Council approved a new water reservoir project and extensions to reach unserved town areas. The Municipal Board at Parliament Buildings in Toronto endorsed the plan and authorized initiation. A noon meeting set the contract and start date for Monday with a three month completion target.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Acton Council
J. McMee Donald
Jeatherland
Hloskins
Anderson
Municipal Board
Parliament Buildings
Toronto
Nassagaweya Resident Billy Price Injured In Accident
Master Billy Price son of Mr Price and the late Earl Price of Nassagaweya suffered a painful accident last week losing part of a finger. He was taken to a hospital in Guelph for treatment and hopes to be around again soon. Local relatives from Knatchbull and Hamilton visited.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Billy Price
Mrx. Price
Earl Price
Nassagaweya
Wich
Guelph
Wor
Darby
Knatchipalt
Hamilton Laat
George Stokes
Natchbull
Hamilton
tuncan—Moffat
C. A. Darby
Knatchbull
Jack Adams Ang
EG. Wilson
R.c.amc
Liberal Victory Picnic Draws Big Crowd
A Liberal Victory Picnic drew a large crowd in Milton Acton and surrounding areas. Notables from multiple communities attended a long program including speeches, baseball tournament results, prizes, and an evening concert before dusk.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Liberal
Acton and District Hospital Fund Reaches 2126.20
Last week additional donations boosted the Sick Children's Hospital fund for Acton and district. Contributions include Friendly Circle United Church and Kathleen Ann Wasy, with amounts listed among the receipts totaling 2126.20.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Acton and District
Turktion Fund
Sick Children’s Hospital
Presiouslackries
Friendly Circle United Church
Kathleen Ann Wasy
Acton Gala Day and Tuesday Bingo Schedule
Community notices mark a Tuesday bingo night in St Josephs Hall with 22.50 vouchers, an August 26 concert by Galbraiths Orchestra and Hoys Band, rain plan in Town Hall. Gala Day Victory Parade forms Sept 3 at Town Hall with prizes for decorated bicycles and carriages.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St.Joseph's Hall
Hoys
Acton ‘Park
Acton Acton
Town Hall
Also Mentioned on This Page
Murray Raver
Jacob Raver
H.R. Nicholls
E. Nicholis
Church Street
Corp
Jack Scriven
Norman Preforest
Commission
Aydio Department Express
Acton Free Press
Ate Packer
Bell Velephone
Cirand Aryles
Jforce Electric
Tremen Company
Moery Copperafian
Sangamo Company
Phos
Cpl James Ao Mupe
Hoehwood
Fey Varennes
Dea Matares
Hassard-Baker
Dalhousie Miles
Raine
Ontario Federation of Baby Banal
Onto Federation of Labor
Canadian Congress of Labor Unions
Ta AL
Tlarry Arba
Peaesident
Taek Brice
Murray Smith
Stantes Collett Biniant
Plana
Mandy
Horton
Bas Wall
Pleten Poffard
Bev Qaces
Rent
Adieu
Walter Witon
Oaks
Cape
Acton Boys
Mmusiew
AP Cadeauw
Phasbes
Chleaser
Hefel
Tie
Jom
Halfon
Joc. Cunningham
Robert Blythe
Glenwilliams
Glenwilliamms
E. Mahon
Campbellville
Aickers
C. MacRae
J. Mareshall
Fred Paupat
Margaret Bradley
Or- Nin
Cecil Heslop
Dees Taade
Mertings
Annoumement
Dange
Brockeile
Galbraiths Orchestra
Ste
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