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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Dec 21, 1950
Page
16
Christmas decorations glow in Acton with lights along Bul Street and a Salvation Army carol choir. Schools plan midday closures for holidays, and private trees face removal in reforestation zones as officials report road conditions and postal shipments. Community events include concerts, art displays, and a turkey draw at the Triple T Club.
Messrs Dawson and Deble of the Dominion Hotel hosted the Acton Public Utilities Commission and employees for the second annual dinner. Guests enjoyed a poultry supper and a talk by members, with transport sponsored by Reeve Teler aiding attendance from Guelph to Nowe.
The operetta Merry Christmas Mr Snownman was staged at Town Hall by St Albans Sunday School students. Frances Oakes led with Geore Oakes as assistants among many young performers while prizes recognized regular attendance and brick-counting fundraisers. A $100 donation toward the parish hall building fund was presented by the Sunday School.
Smith and Stone played a 3-3 tie with Baxter Labs 3-2 at Georgetown Arena last Monday night. Hob Marshall scored 12 and Juhan Zajac tallied for Acton. Baxter’s starting five included Ingy Robinson Jubhan Zajac Earl Masales Vie Masters Rat Fields Ken Allen Jack Stew.
Reading notices list a Christmas concert at Roooclock on Friday December 22 with admission and a Mall Tuesday December 1 event from 9 to 1 at Bathinafad Mall, sponsored by Bellinafad. The Lerne Schowl and Darin Malls offices are mentioned in connection with the activities.
Notice to creditors and others of the estate of Elfen Muthbotland also known as Nelle Mulholland late of Acton Halton Spinster who died about October 20 1950. Claims must be sent with proofs to the undersigned by December 23 1950 for distribution among those legally entitled. Dated Acton Ontario December 5 1980. C F Leatherland solicitor for Annie Mulholland and Lucy Irene Mulholland executrices Acton Ontario.
Birth and death notices from Acton list newborn Landa Lee Susanne at Guelph General Hospital on December 6, 1950 to Mr and Mrs Garner. Other births include Patricia Frances to Mr and Mrs Holmes on December 13 and Lynne to Mr and Mrs Wrage on December 16 at local nursing homes. Obituary items salute Henry Armstrong Kathie von Ruth Finlay Kenneth Timbers, Hattie Wooten, Jack Gordon, and others with funeral details in Ontario and England. Cards of thanks express gratitude for support during illness.
The clipping lists numerous used item sales including skates in size twelve and various vehicles such as a 1949 Dodge sedan, 1938 Chrysler sedan, 1942 Ford coupe, Plymouth coach radio, and multiple International and Ford trucks. It reads like a rough sale notice with phones and seller names scattered amid the clutter.
Classified notice seeking buyers or agents to arrange finished room spaces for an elderly woman in Burlington plus surrounding areas. Includes inquiries about selling household items and arranging quick cash, with contact details and deadlines.
Officials in Acton Ontario publish tender details for a concrete and steel framed storage building to be erected on the present site. Sealed bids close with the secretary with the lowest compliant tender to be considered. conditions include required security and plan conformity.
All persons having claims against Nellie Jane Mason late of Acton Ontario deceased on or about August 18 1950 are required to send particulars and proofs to the undersigned by December 5 1950. Executor Charles P Leatherland of Acton Ontario directs that only claims filed will be considered for the estate.
A damaged notice describes a lost item with a five dollar reward. It mentions a white and tan companion and refers to an ear injury and other unclear identifiers. The fragmentary text names individuals or groups and a local location, but specifics are unreadable.
A collage of business notices includes sewer contractors roofing services sewing machine sales and service upholstering furniture offers and hairdressing appointments. The scattered items mention Georgetown Kitchener and local shops with pricing like upholstery from 89 and a Christmas greeting.
JBO Mackenge and Son sends sincere greetings for a merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year. The message reflects seasonal cheer from the local firm to customers and community.
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