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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Aug 24, 1944
Page
25
A fragmentary notice recalls a family sorrow and safety concerns as a spouse and relatives grieve a loss. The text mixes garbled phrases about poetry and memory with brief tributes to a late individual.
Labor Day approached. Acton fair prize lists due Sept 22 23 will be ready Monday. A model ship Montrose of Acton by J H Chalmers attracts attention. B Y P A event in Baptist Church with Yean Matheson in charge. Winners delayed. Russian Relief Linen Shower donation noted. Pte Leonard Cripps writes home from England. Rooms advertised last week mostly rented.
The piece notes swallows along country roads as summer ends, with up to six native Ontario species listed and their migration patterns. It also mentions London Board of Education urging education authorities to expand home advisory centers for cooking, care, repairs, and saving fuel and electricity.
A letter from W. H. Barber Sigma expresses gratitude to Col Beardmore and Mr Bennett for delivering Free Press to Acton readers while he serves in France during World War II. He notes reading every issue with interest and sends heartfelt thanks for the community’s thoughtfulness and ongoing support.
The Ontario Department of Agriculture lists fall fair dates by district for 1944. Brampton fairs are September 2 and 4. Elmira September 1 2 and 4. Fergus September 8 and 9. Georgetown September 15 and 16. Orangeville September 12 and 15. Acton September 22 and 23. Ancaster September 26 and 27. Arthur September 26 and 27. Caledon September 29 and 30. Cookaville September 26 and 27. Multon September 29 and 30. Aberfoyle October 3 and 4. Bolton October 13 and 14. Erin October 7 and 9. Grand Valley October 3 and 4. Markham October 5 and 7. Rockton October 7 and 9. Streetsville October 7. Woodbridge October 7 and 9.
Community urges vacationers to use care at beaches and while boating. Advice covers swimming ability, avoiding long swims, watching for undertows after meals, and not canoeing alone. Emphasizes learning resuscitation and the value of indoor pools for year round lessons.
Secretary Middleton has received Middle School certificates for students who completed the exam. Names listed include June Talbot John Main prize Douglas Davidson and Margaret Blow. A separate event notes a bridal shower for LAC and Mr Hert Allen with a quiz, music, gifts, and luncheon.
Greenock pupils who joined the armed forces were honored at a community gathering on Monday August 21 with friends and neighbors attending. Sgt Lawson McCutcheon and Mr Gordon Lestle led the program with solos readings and speeches. An occasional chair gift was presented to the couple they address thanking them for their service and marriage.
On Sunday evening no sacred concert was held at Dublin School under Dublin Women's Institute. Rev. John Wardle of London chaired and gave an address. The program included hymns, a prayer, and several solos by Dorothy Frank, Misa Van Norman, Jean Robertson, and others. An offering of 18.26 was received as Mrs Matheson played a piano solo.
Graduation Day is a long standing custom marking the completion of study. It gathers parents and friends to honor graduates with presentations and orations, showcasing educational achievements and the school's role in developing student powers.
Toronto reports E B Jolliffe and Harry Nixon expressing unity on minority opposition as CCF and Liberal groups watch to shape policy while Premier Drew highlights farm aid achievements. The piece notes the Ontario Agricultural Commission inquiry, county committees, removal of stockyards from private control, rural hydro-rate cuts, and a Leeds County artificial insemination pilot with 85 farmers and 1 056 cows.
Halton reports winter wheat yields from about 30 to 50 bushels per acre with a notable smut problem. Agricultural officials note Stinking and Loose Smut. seed treatment with ethyl mercuric phosphate offers some control, though seed replacement is advised. Local miller cites 10 000 bushels unusable for milling. Milton agricultural office offers guidance.
A playful strip of fish riddles asks what part of a fish weighs most and why a fisherman is never generous. It jokes about selfishness and puns on endings like fin and final. Herring is noted as a fish valued by a bride.
The executor of the estate of the late James Marshale announces an auction at Towelt on Saturday at 20th Street public sale of household furniture including parlor suite, walnut storage pieces, chairs, brass and walnut items, sewing machine, beds, linens, appliances, kitchenware, tools, and more. Real estate a double corner lot property with two storey brick house, garage, and lawn will also be offered with reserve. terms cash with clerk on sale day.
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