Eden Mills Women’s Institute Visits Wellington Home for Aged
Eden Mills Women’s Institute members traveled to Fergus to visit the Wellington County Home for the Aged and present a hour long program. Mrs Hamer drew applause with comic readings, others played piano and sang sacred duets. A tour of the buildings followed tea. 12 residents aged 90 to 100 and 40 aged 80 to 90 were noted. Officers were elected at Eden Mills Presbyterian Ladies Aid and WMS meetings. WMS president Mrs Roy Gordon and secretary Mrs Will Gibson listed, Ladies’ Aid officers named as well. Regular church meetings and a nominating committee were reported. visitors from Toronto and Hamilton were noted, with Mrs Lottie Hevink hospitalized in Guelph General Hospital.
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Wellington
Eden Mills Women's Institute
Fergus
Wellington County
James Hamer
William Early
Wallace ,Lasby
R. Wright
W.M.S
Kaye Stevenson
Roy Gordon
Herb Gilst
Will Gibtson
Chias
Ladies’ Aid
Robin Ray
Wallace Lasby
Marcia Buchan
J. MacDonald
Thomas Home United Church
Thomas Home
Ralph Thompson
W.A
H. James
WMS
Parker
Thomlinson
Norman Thomas
Walsh
Toronto
Norm Thomas
Hamilton
Harry MacIntosh
B. Simpson
Niagara Falls
H. MacIntosh
Lottie Hevink
Guelph General Hospital
Gervais and Watts Wed in Knox Manse Ceremony
Sharon Gervais and Victor Watts united in marriage at Knox Manse on November 4 in a double ring service officiated by Rev Andrew McKenzie. The bride, daughter of Aubrey and Mrs Gervais of Acton, wore a beige wool suit with mauve accents, and mauve mums. Attendant Rosenlee Higgins wore brown with green accents and yellow mums. Brian Gervais, the groom’s brother, served as groomsman. The reception followed at the bride’s home, and the couple plan a United States trip before residing in Willowdale. Prior gatherings included several showers hosted by family and friends in Acton and Toronto.
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Knox Presbyterian Church Manse
Sharon Lynne Gervais
Victor Edward Watts
Andrew McKenzie
Aubrey Gervais
Acton
Francis Watts
Rosenlee Higgins
Brian Gervais
England
United States
Willowdale
Bannockburn WI Hosts Monthly Euchre Night
Bannockburn WI held their monthly euchre last Saturday at Bannockburn school. Sixteen tables competed for prizes with ladies first going to Mrs. Claire Wilson and ladies second to Mrs. Upshalt. Men’s first was Wm Ballentine and men’s second George Pivka.
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Bannockburn W.I
Bannockburn School
Claire Wilson
Upshalt
Wm. Ballentine
George Pivka
Slow Down and Live Safety Message Promoted
The Ontario Safety League urges all drivers to reduce speed after reporting that cars in fatal crashes average about 40 mph. The campaign emphasizes safer driving to prevent deadly outcomes.
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The
Ontario Safety League
Goats at Rosegate Farm Earn Noted Local Fame
Rosegate Farm near Norval Ontario houses 75 pure white Swiss Saanen goats owned by the Alexander family. Mrs. Louisa Alexander runs the operation which supplies chalky milk to buyers across the greater Toronto area and beyond, drawing visitors from as far as Texas. The herd, prized for production and calm temperament, supports a growing income as modern equipment improves efficiency.
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Alexander
Rosegate Farm
Norval
Ont
Louisa Alexander
Toronto
Highlight Hat Making Demonstration At Nassagaweya Institute
The Nassagaweya Women's Institute meeting at Mrs H Price’s home featured a hat making demonstration by Mrs C L Young drawing admiration from a fascinated audience. Members shared handicrafts rolled into roll call and minutes, with reports on the O A C convention and a $50 donation for Brookville school equipment.
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Hagangat
Nassagaweya Women’s Institute
H. Price
C. L. Young
Young
Alvey Gordon Lodge Master Elected for 467
Alvey Gordon Lodge Master Alvey Gordon Lodge Master won Tuesday November 22 election of officers for the coming year with strong turnout. Gordon was chosen Master. James Higgins Deputy Master. Charles Hubble recording secretary. Norman Fryer chaplain. Bert Rennick financial secretary. Harry Gordon treasurer. Hartley DeForest marshal. Fergus Quee first lecturer. James Vickery second lecturer. committee members include George Holmes James Vickery H DeForest Stan Mayes Fergus Quee James Higgins Harry Turner Alan Green. Visiting Past Master Ralph Barlow of Campbellville conducted the ceremonies and the devotions, receiving thanks from members. The evening closed with speeches and the National Anthem.
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Orange Lodge Ass. No
Alvey Gordon
James Higgins
Charles Hubble
Norman Fryer
Bert Rennick
Harry Gordon
Hartley DeForest
Marshall
Fergus Quee
James Vickery
Committey
George Holmes
H. DeForest
Stan Mayes
Harry Turner
Alan Green
Ralph Barlow
Campbellville
Devons
Santa to visit town with parade and draw at post office
The Chamber of Commerce invites Santa Claus to arrive by helicopter on December 17 and to pause at the park for a merchant draw at the post office. Traffic on Highway 25 has lightened since Highway 401 opened on Thursday. Whales can hold breath up to 50 minutes.
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Santa Claus
Chamber of Commerce
Form Scout and Cub Groups Organize New Committee
A district meeting drew parents to form Scout and Cub groups. Reg. French was ejected chair, with Mrs. Elwood Snow secretary Eddie Smith treasurer and Don Smith leader. Leo Jamison John Hancock, Mike Norton and Mrs. Woods assist for the cubs. other assistants named. A future meeting will enroll the organization. Polythene rope noted for uses.
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John Hancock
Mike Norton
Mrs. Woods
Cubs
C. E. Snow
Dick Shortill
Lorne Millar
Canadian goats rise in demand and large herds noted
The Acton Free Press reports training wethers for cart work and a summer feature pair of steids. Canada lists about 2 000 registered Saanen stock. Mrs Alexander leads Rosegate Saanen herd among the largest, with growth expected before any shrinkage. Alexander family ready to support this growing goat milk market tied to a tradition as old as time.
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Rosegate Farm
Jersey
Mac Alexander
Rosegate
Alexander
Canada
Alexander Feets
Ting
Alexanders
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