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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Feb 10, 1938
Page
6
Community Notice of Funeral and Institute Meeting Activities
Ospringe Mrs. G Grundy and son George attended the funeral of the late Mrs. Tait at Guelph on Tuesday. Communion service was observed at the Local Presbyterian Church on Sunday with Rev J A Grant delivering a sermon. Mr and Mrs D Stewart attended the funeral of the late Mr Cox at Hillaburg on Saturday. Mrs B McKinnon visiting relatives at Killsburg. Miss Marjorie McCutchson hosted the Women's Institute monthly meeting with about twenty five ladies present. Mrs EK Barker presided, Mrs EN Bunter read minutes, roll call cited hints for Saturday or Monday, and topic Lagitation discussed in a paper by Mrs W Anderson. Mrs S Box sang, two contests featured names of MPs and MSPPs, lunch and social to follow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. Thompson
Killsburg
Misa Marjorie McCutchson
Women's Institute
EK. Barker
EN. Bunter
Mise M. Campbell
Community Notes From Campbellville This Week
Campbellville locals attend events and visits include Miss Norma Hamilton in Toronto and Miss Wilma Bell from Toronto. The Ladies' Aid planned a Valentine Tea and baking sale, while the Y P 8 group hosted St David's youth night. Funeral services were held for Mrs J McNair and Dr A J McIntosh moved to the Moore residence for his office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Norma Hamilton
Toronto
Ladies’ Aid
St. David's
Alex. McPhee
Valentine
Omer Vanastekle
Toronto University
Mrs. Markle
Mulgrove
St. David's Y. P
R. C. Mengies
H. Davidson
Waterdown
A. J. McIntosh
Thos. Moore
Local Club Notices Highlight Socialities and Recoveries
January Limites Aid meeting at Mrs Stanley Wilsons discussed reports, adopted motions, and a Valentine tea to be hosted by Mrs Wilson. Several residents, including Dr Fred Croft and Robert Croft, attended weekend visits, while the Nite Hawk Club held three meetings with high scores, prizes, and bingo. The True Comrade Trail Ranger Group opened with Cait Group guests and a large Women’s Institute bingo event occurred in Te-Towi.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Limites
Presbyterian Church
Stanley Wilson
H. Gilbertaon
H. Gilbertson
W Barty
Russell Neville
Trail Ranger Group
Cait
Viattora
W Croft
Fred Croft
Kitchener
Robert Croft
Toratta
Ernest Dredgr
Nassa- Kaweya
Robert Stevens
Sudbury
N. Lee
Nite Hawk Club
Will Gilbertson
D. Lowrie
W. Mifio
Jeff Kurmas
James Tolton
W. Mino
James_Oilbertson
James Gilbertsan
Jeff Burrows
Te-Towi On
N Vhe
The
Women's Institute
Stormy week-end cuts visitor numbers and illness lingers
Limehouse notes stormy weather reducing visitors while sickness among youths remains slow to abate. No new cases reported and convalescence stretches on. All slowly recover. Girls' Own Club met at Mrs Helen McCown’s home last Saturday and planned an upcoming social event this month.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Misa Helen McCown
Rockwood Death of Mrs. James Gray at Summerhill Farm
The community laments the passing of Mrs. James Gray also known as Summerhill Farm resident. Her long illness included a stay with daughter Mrs. Cecil French in Cleveland and a prior visit to Vermont. Funeral services at Rockwood Cemetery drew relatives from Cleveland Sarnia Toronto Hamilton Elora and other towns. The funeral featured a message by Rev S Johnston and Rev P H Lanson with floral tributes from grandchildren and Bramona Township Council.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Gray
Bummerhill Parm
Rockwood
Gray
Cool French
Cleveland
Ohio
Vermont
P. H. Lanson
United Church
Alex
Albert
David
Andrew J. Elliott
Ord French
James E
Arthline
Eramosa
John
Toronto
Wiliam
Ewart
West
Summerhill Farm
Cecil ‘French
Fraser Auld
Sarnia
Hamilton
Elora
Milver
Drayton
Guelph
Acton
Canlina Jubilee Singers
Plano
World Brothers
Tom Tyler
Dionne
Dr Defoe
Cameron Kitching
Bnt
Tee Vei
St Joseph's Hospital
Quelph
Robert Walton
Fred Smith
Stewart S. Royce
Hydna
Unis
Kathleen Oakes
Galt
Minnie Nickel
Windsor
Lila Laverty
Marion Day
Edith Royce
Blanch Milne
Eden Mills
Wilma Milne
D. Wood
Torann
Thos. Harrison
Wanted ad sparks cautionary roommate tale in Detroit
A quirky classified note asked for a homely girl to share an apartment with Milas Prances Wood in Detroit. Reporters rushed to the home and were given casual counsel that having a pretty roommate might chase away boyfriends, a striking glimpse of social norms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Milas
Campbell Attends Veterinary Convention in Toronto
Erin Dr. Campbell attended the Veterinarians' Convention in Toronto last Thursday and Friday with Mrs. Campbell. Miss Mabel Minall underwent an appendicitis operation at Women's Cottage Hospital Toronto and is recovering well. Erin Township honored Norman Ors at the Exchange Hotel Wednesday night for winning the Graham Memorial Trophy at the Royal Winter Fair in Toronto.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Campbell
Toronto
Parr
Georgetown News Briefs Report Hospital Progress and Local Events
Miss Ruby Gray recovers after another operation at Western Hospital on Saturday. Mr. M. L. Near and Miss Reta Short attend the funeral of James Henderton in Tottenham last Saturday. W. A. Devereaux of Bailey Meter Co transfers to Montreal office and visits home. Georgetown debentures issued at 14 800 with 35 percent carried, four bids quoted above par sold for 101487. Mermen respond to chimney fires at Bessey residence on Guelph Street and at James Woods on Edith Street with no serious damage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ruby Gray
Western
M.L. Near
Georgetriit
Reta Short
Balinafad
James Henderton
Tottenham
Wm. A Devereaux
Bailey Meter Co
Cleveland
Ohio
Montreal
Georgetown
Herbert Bessey
Guelph Street
James Woods
Edith Street
Re —Herald
Hillsburg Mourns John Cox With Funeral Held
John Cox passed away peacefully at his residence on February 3 following a stroke. Funeral services were held February 5 at Bowes funeral parlors and interment was at Huxley Cemetery. Family and local residents in Hillsburg and nearby towns visited relatives, with Mr and Mrs Jon Cox and others noted in attendance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Erin
John Cox
Mr. Cox
H. C. Bowes
Willburg
Huxley's Cemetery
Chas. Bonth
Mar
Prancea
Galedoh
Wm." Cheyne
Jon Cox
Toratite
Bunfay
A. Trousel
Kenneth Cox
Margaret McCann
Jas, McCunn
WMB January meeting reports progress and plans
Ballina and Mr John Bnow have been on the air and confined to the holls for weeks. Visitors from Toronto joined at the Wylie home. The January WMB meeting at Mrs J P Kirkwood’s house focused on Faithfulness with Thoughts on the theme. Mission Band and Friendship Secretaries reported allocations and enlistment plans. Scripture study led by Mrs J Kirkwood and topic by Mrs P W Bhartili. February meeting set for the Manse. W A gathering Tuesday at Mrs Wylie's. Many homes in the district report colds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Bnow
WMB
J. P. Kirkwood
Misslon
J. Kirkwood
P. W. Bhartili
W. A
Tusaday
Oakville Weekend Ice Spells Four Accidents Injuries
Weekend ice along Middle Road west of Sixteen Mile bridge caused four injuries to teens and $1300 in damage. Alfred M Cramer of Toronto died at home after a heart attack. Memorial Chapel and Mausoleum plans approved for Oakville Cemetery. A car crash near Sir Joseph Flavelle estate knocked a body from the chassis. Toronto Skating Club exhibition drew hundreds at Oakville Lions Club rink event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Middle Road
Alfred M Cramer
Oakville
Winnifred Avenue
Toronto
Mr. Cramer
Dudeville
Gray Coach Lines
Sir Joseph Flave
Local notes and obituaries from Cheltenham area
Terra Cotta Mr and Mrs Dean Atkinson and family move near Cheltenham. News of residents including Mr St J Gtringer, Mrs Teophka of Chesterham, and Mr Jamia in Valuatie teak rerently. Deaths of Robert McMennenmy and Horace P Bing ham commented with sympathy. A sickbed update for Emma Ratledge and wood-cutting contracts on the mountain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dean Atkinson
Cheltenham
St. J. Gtringer
C. McKeown
Adem
Tury
Teyhka
Chesterham
Bas & Large Gang
Jamia
Valuatie Teak
Fred Istlun
Parry Brand Distri
Wans Vieilor
Milton and Area News Roundup in Milton Ontario
Milton society notes include Mrs M Hume visiting cousin Mrs Rollis for two weeks and engagement of Gladys Hume to Douglas Robertson. A Milton Euchre Club visit, a carnival arena skater turn, Burns anniversary at Milton Inn, and Halton Seed Pair Society officers announced. Junior team defeats Acton 8 5 amid rowdy Acton crowd. referee hit by coal as fans confront defeat.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. H Hume
Hamilton
Rollis
Milton Euchre Club
BH. Marsh
Milton
Gladys
Douglas Menzies Robertson
Benjamin Robertson
Robertson
Scotland
Robert Burns
Milton Inn
Q McGregor Grant
Torento
Burns
Halton
Acton
JE Pearen
Aoe Woodley Milton
Fo Pethh
Georgetown
Extwin Harrop
WoMurray
Swackhamer Aston
Wow Wilson
Thomas Brownridge
Milton Juniora
Huton County
Veterans Split on Corps Reunion Plan
Brig Gen Alex Ross leads the Canadian Legion session at Port William Ontario with Capt Sidney Lambert of the Canadian Corps Association proposing cooperation for a corps reunion in Toronto in August this year. The two veteran groups discuss uniting for the event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ross
Rev. S. Lambert
Canadian Legion
Port Wiiham
Ontario
Ase
Union Iy
Toronto
Alex Ross
The
Legion
Sidney Lamber
Canadian Corps Association
Auction Sale for High Class Shorthorn Cattle and Farm Stock
Acton area listings show an extensive auction by David Gerre on Sixth Line Eramesa for high class Shorthorn cattle farm stock implements hay grain and household effects on Tuesday February 22 at 1 pm. R J Kerr is the auctioneer. Also notices for dairy cows due to freshen and several rentals and sales in Acton Wey and Erin with government tested dairy stock and hatchery supplies referenced.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alex
David Gerre
Eramesa Sill
R J Kerr
Audonser
Burlington prepares for new industry on John Street
Industrial Commissioner reports moving machinery for a new industry to be set up on John Street this week. The Winery Co sold and moved equipment. Miller Peart of Minneapolis-Honeywell Co. Montreal attended a Canada managers’ convention in Toronto, then stayed with his parents. Burlington business men held a meeting in the Council Chamber where Ed. Macklin was unanimously elected president of the new association.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Street
The
Winery Co
Mon Miller Peart
Minneapolis-Honeywell Co
Montreal
Managers For
Canada
Toronto
Nev
Morley Peart
Burlington
Council Chamber
Ed. Macklin
Mortimer
Playford Gibbon Wal
Burlington Avenue
Hamilton Hospital
Fred C. Hunter
Grimsby Beach
Murray Taylor
Freeman
Middle Road
Brant Street
Dunham In- Yealg
George R
Harris
Rex
Hume
PAMI PRODUCTS Promotional Letter From Montreal Advertises Goods
A damaged advert from Montreal promotes a large pharmaceutical line with immediate selling points. It claims cash payment, quick repeat orders, transferable equipment, and a free catalogue. Contact appears as 570 St Clement Montreal for the supplier.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
PAMI
St Clement
Montreal
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Ospringe
Campbellville
Limehouse
Hillsburg
Ballina
Mra. Beott
Wylie
Rowert McMtennemy
Horace P. Bingham
Emma Ratledge
McNally
Alex, Lew
Malton
M. P. Hunter
Tau
Geel
Capitol
Guelph Meaday
W. T. Patterson
R.C
Treat. Oh
Lablaw
Royale
Pridsy Myrna Loy
Franchot
Tone
Walter Pigeon
Rosalind Rumell
Errol Plynn
Captain Blood
Nelson Eddy
Eleanor Powell
Rosalie
Frank Morgan
Oliver Seterday
Centinesess Vrem
Gaaade Acton Vie
Maren
PRD
Charles W Wealey
Presbyterian Knox Church
L. Bennie
A. Minisses
Wilow Street
Imperial
Daughters of the Empire
U. P
Ac Ton Creamery
Prez Press
Bower Avenue
ED Abrams
Deerah
Explorer
Admiral Prary
North Pole
Bob” Rachett
Elbert Willams
Bartlett
New York
Ee Priday
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