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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Dec 19, 1940
Page
7
A benevolent tale shows Old Gentleman Gay prompting gifts to neighbors. A turkey feast inspires Widow Lee, Washerwoman Biddy, and Finnegan children to share treats with the lame Jake and sparrows, epitomizing the spirit of giving.
Local notes recall policy on luxury tax removal and school staff changes. Miss Anne MacDonald of Acton hired as teacher for Lorne School in 1921. Eden Mills Dramatic Club enjoyed a strong presentation of Deacon Dubbs at Town Hall Friday. Beardmore rink nearly ready with 190 by 85 foot ice surface and seating. cost estimated 7600 to 8000 dollars. The Kiddies enjoyed a Beardmore Christmas Tree event. Births marriages and deaths noted including Ruddell son born December 11 1920 in Scotch Block Esquesing. Armstrong Graham wedding December 15 1920 in Brampton Acton. Roszell death December 17 1920 Regina Hospital.
Recap of World War I events from December 16 to 22 1915 including French artillery in Aisne and Woerr valleys and Champagne shell exchanges, Allied and German naval actions, sinking of ships, and staff changes such as Field Marshal French relinquishing command and Sir William Robertson becoming Chief of the Imperial Staff.
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