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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Feb 05, 1931
Page
4
A compact column listing happenings in neighboring communities of interest to readers. Highlights include local events, upcoming meetings, and brief notes on notable residents and civic activities across nearby centres.
Mrs LeRoy Dale of Georgetown visited her aunt Mrs Soper last week while Mrs Ephriam Awindichurap toured Brampton. Mr G Cree, recently hospitalized, is recovering. Rev Aitken attended Pri ntory meeting at Oakwilly. Many locals attended Alburt Kontnpt's funeral in Georgetown. A Thursday concert and dance drew a large crowd and positive reports of a good time.
Mr and Mrs Ed Sharp of Burlington spend Sunday with relatives in town John Lock of Burlington was appointed to the Hamilton County Hospital Board Several locals injured and recovering including Mrs B Wile and a domestic ag OG YL Carters fall and a four year old burn incident. Jeffrey Curry operated on for appendicitis at St Josephs Hospital Wottey and Myrtle Kuule noted recovering after burn incident.
Miss Grace Wilkle of Guelph spent the weekend with the Sinclair finny. Mr David Stewart visited Mitchenor with his sister Mrs 8 Tovell who is critically ill. Mr AL Wirkwood and Jean of Guelph visited here over the week. Mr and Mrs Dryden and Jim hosted a small gathering Friday night. Mrs Daldie celebrated her eightieth birthday on February 4. Women's Institute held a concert and social at the schoolhouse with home talent. George Robertson read an address of appreciation for caretakery services to Mira Waldie and Miss Roma. J Struthers and J MegKinnon presented air This postdot has been held by the Baldic family for over forty years. Lunch was served and guests enjoyed.
Milton notes in Milton Ontario region report Mrs Scott of Victoria Avenue recovering from a non paralytic stroke. Robert McNaught of Parry Sound died recently, born in Scotland and linked to Milton farm roots. A farm accident near Lowgate killed farmer Wildam Jay, age 63. Harry Clement, decorator, connected to Theriends of Mr Mult Bice of Milton. Condolences voiced for his passing. Vera L Wilson and E L Earl noted as prominent locals. Earl celebrated 86th birthday while ill in bed.
The Young Peoples United met on Wednesdays led by President Rosas Argo with Mina A. Tuck presenting Japan. Yearly programs include Devotional by Mrs. W. Boles Citizenship by Mr. J. Mack Social by Mr. J. Wright, Secretary-Treasurer Mrs. M. Gandler. Upcoming events include World Day of Prayer observance on February 20.
Last Wednesday a full audience enjoyed a three act play at the tavern with Leslo J. Ayles providing radio music. Over $50 door receipts. Skating parties at Public and Continuation School venues Friday and Saturday, with refreshments and chaperoned gatherings afterward. Women's Missionary Society delegates named for Guelph Inne work and church services noted. Sacrament observed in United and Presbyterian churches amid good travel weather. Various visitors and preparations for a Jamboree photo viewing at the Town Hall were reported. a local butcher shop transition noted for February 2.
Everton, Minnie and Elva Hamilton of Guelph visited at home over the weekend. Mr and Mrs Saunders and Mrs Hasel Thompson of Guelph were Sunday guests of Mr and Mrs T D McQuicheon Ming. Jonnie Torolla spent days with Mrs George Loree while Miss Ella Curio visits with Mr Frrott Curio at Capring for a few days. Mr W J Jackson then engaged Mr atrea Winters for my year. Rev Mr Charlton of St Thomas and Chester Baier of Yormato held three meetings at the Church of Christ. supper was served at the church.
Mr Jamen McQueen of Sipe, Mrs A Mackenyle, and Margoral Wallace of Toronto visited Georgetown as local events included a skating party at the Arena with about thirty in attendance. Georgetown Juniors beat Oakville vextette 6 4 in a fast game, and Halton County named Amos Miston of Acton Warden for 1031 after Milton meeting.
Campbellville The Young People’s Society of St Davidlea Chiro hosted a well attended Monday evening program by local villagers led by Mr W Mahon and featured a violin solo by Mr Woner Vansickle and a choir falvo chorus. An invitation was extended to visit the Naskagaweya Society next Tuesday evening with Mr Tobert Wint arranging.
Georgina Carr earns congratulations on Tete the Provincial Win. Whitaker Sr grows ill with no improvement after Saturday. Corlona family heads to New Taranto. Prof Janie Coote attends funeral of Mrs W N Tuck. R Y Gregory contracts pneumonia in Georgetown. to remain until fit. Oakville couple Captain Maurice and Mrs Gerald celebrate sixtieth wedding anniversary. Tallon County Council nominates Acton’s Amon Mason for reeve. Arlington’s Marrn also noted. Rev J Wedderburn presides at Brampton Presbyterian. town talk of long-standing residents and local affairs.
Ban nockburn School reports January results with top pupils by grade. Highlights include Jessie Orons Konora Jr IV Elva Wiley Se WL Margaret Thenderson Jr YIV Betty Clarridge Sr II William Crofta Jr WF Harald Gordon honors Jean Geott honors John Wostell honors Jr Yr John Dickenson William Henderson.
Local notes report Mrs Cook of Rhoboyynn Michigan visiting her sister Mrs Brown after about eighteen years. Mrs Caldwell and Mrs Muck attended the Walton Presbyterian meeting in Oakville. Several residents on the Alek Wat project improved after illness. A group of boys plowed out the Limehouse alternate to the Seventh One. Presbyterian and United Churches held annual meetings. water supply is the lowest in many years.
Mr Glayton arbour of Toronto spent the weekend with Mrs Margaret Englod of Quodon visiting Mrs I OQ Austin. Mr Worley May suffered a paralytic stroke on Saturday evening. County GConnell Unis week sees Twevedynes Mektiimon and Deputy Heeve Henry Wheeler attend. Erin Agri cultural Backery annual meeting reports receipts 3453.05. privy money 2019.10. expenses 1. leaving balance 697.54. Fall of 1990 noted as highly successful with 600 more entries.
A reflective piece discusses Easy Street as a residence for the elderly with white hair and bowed shoulders, and as a starting point for ambitious youths. It notes the contrast between honored names earned in earlier days and the lack of incentive for the next generation, urging patience before reaching Easy Street.
The text argues that life should be more than bare essentials. It praises bread and butter as a base while celebrating beauty and comforts as essential enrichment. It contrasts mere survival with joys beyond necessity and calls for gratitude for abundance and delight.
In a lively Allston porch scene Mario narrates Mr. Burke's improved health while Margaret unpacks. Neighbors plan to restore Peggy's garden using her original plants, sparking a wardens party to revive the yard. The piece ends with a reflective note on promises and self-respect.
A rural speaker extols her income sources as charitable and practical ventures. She describes profits from a hen house, dresses, cows, and straw berries used to fund church and charity work. The speaker critiques fashionable society while praising self driven earnings and enjoyment of the work.
The notice details 11 00 a m services led by the minister The Vinion of Zeechariah at 11 00 am Sunday School and Bible Class at 12 00 noon and a 7 00 p m sermon with the topic Behold the Father Everyone is welcome to attend
The sermon schedule lists the minister delivering talks titled Among the Promisors and Women of Courage. Bible class sessions follow with evening services and a second address in the series. The notice invites attendees to join the evening program and signaled strong community welcome.
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