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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Feb 23, 1922
Page
6
In loving memory of Torrance Qearly, beloved son of Mr and Mrs, who passed February 1, 1020. A memorial note recalls the loved one laid to rest, as family and friends honor his memory and presence.
Brief local notices from Acton 1923 include farming sales births marriages and dowries, town events such as debates postponed, a fare of fines for short weighting by coal dealers, church appointments, and civic notices. The report mentions Clue of weather, plan for the Get Together Club, and local real estate moves.
A Milton Herald report describes Oakville Town Council members debating a ban on smoking in the council chamber. Councillor Cavenwald proposes a $100 fee for seating those who smoke, arguing the habit disrupts meetings. similar concerns are raised about County Council sessions, with references to past attempts and ongoing annoyance to attendees.
In Geavicedtown the Police Magistrate Wy 1 Moore held court for Holbert Beoth who faces charges after an elderly man was found dead near Georgetown. Testimony covers a cheque and misdeeds by Clarke of Georgetown and Coargetown. Sentencing follows a brief hearing with a one day remand and a later docket of local farm and stock cases scheduled through March including John Hurmvalde and T. Michio among others.
The undersigned reports instructions from the late Mina Boundi's executors to offer for sale at public auction on Marra Street, Hookwood. The property includes a frame dwelling with living room, kitchen, four bedrooms, outbuildings, and garden, in a desirable location. Ten percent deposit day of sale with balance in thirty days. possession at closing. reserve price to be announced. BOV Hindley, Auctioneers by Dunnail, Quolph, for Executors.
A terse ad promises impressively low prices by a modern plan of cutting costs and giving value. It urges readers to compare figures and stock availability, implying substantial savings on purchases through the strategy.
Auction notice from Onaham Clerk listing multiple cattle items including calves heifers and cows of Shorthorn and Pure‑bred stock. Attributes include calving dates, ages, and locations with emphasis on dairy cattle, traders, and payments. Also notes stock for sale with breeding details and terms. Aimed at local buyers and farm operations.
Russell Johnson and Elton Cole hold a Public Auction on Thursday March 2 at 1 p.m. at Acton Globe north of Acton. Items include horses cattle dairy stock plus a Premier household separator and farming gear. Registered cattle and mixed livestock offered with terms cash or approved notes. Auctioneer R. J. Kerr, Acton phone 36.
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