Erin and Toronto visitors share Acton weekend
Leuonals Rev and Mrs Charlton of Erin visited Mrs Soper on Friday. Phil Pickering of Victorian College Toronto was home for the week end. Mix Eleanor Beatty of Branksome Hall Toronto was home for the week end. Margaret Wanland of Toronto spent the week end with Shirley and Muriel Ralston. Tom Kennedy ill in St Josephs Hospital Guelph. A group visited Toronto Sunday with Wilkins Corless Susan and John and Helen Cook of Clinton. S J Reid Bernice Reid and Austin Reid attended a funeral in Alliston. Mrs Wilfred McEachern of Mill Street rushed to St Josephs Hospital Guelph for appendicitis operation. improving.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Phil Pickering
Victorian College
Toronto
Margaret Wanland
Mixs
Shirley
Muriel Ralston
Ben Corless
Susan
John
Misa Helen Cook
Clinton
Acton Relatios
S. J. Reid
Bernice Reid
Acton
Austin Reid
Stratford
Mr. Reid
Alliston
Wilfred McEachern
Mill Street
St. Joseph's Hospital, Guelph
Acton Wolf Cub Pack Ends Week With Hike and Fire Contest
The Acton Wolf Cub Pack led by Akela and Baghera held a two hour hike on Saturday afternoon marking the second last of Boy Scout Girl Guide week. Bob Coon with John Creasy, Martin Maris and Bob Lansborough won the fire fighting contest while Big Skiing and Bob Souther with Ron Sinclair supported close behind. Wolf Cubs returned to the Y ten minutes after four and were served soup crackers hot chocolate and cookies by Scout Mothers Mrs. R Spielvogel Mrs. Al Kirkweas Mrs. B Coon and Mrs FR Anderson. Jerry White thanked the Mothers on behalf of the Acton Pack with Bill Coon seconding the motion which Grand Howl was affirmed by 20 Wolf Cubs in full voice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Acton
Akela
Baghera
Bob Coon
John Creasy
Martin Maris
Bob Lansborough
Big
Bob Souther
Ron Sinclair
Yat
R. Spielvogel
al. Kirkweas
B. Coon
FR. Anderson
Jerry White
Bill Coon
Colds Cost Workers Days Lost Across Continent
The Financial Post cites two and a half days of production lost per worker yearly to colds with a higher share in November and December and lower in January and February. The Western Pennsylvania Safety Council estimates 140 percent absenteeism during late autumn and 16 to 18 percent in January and February.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Financial Post
Western Pennsylvanian Safety Council
Canada
Instincts of Boyhood Fight for Fair Play in School Life
The piece notes boys learn to stand up for their rights and avoid unnecessary fights. A show of force helps them gain fair play while cooperation in school activities fosters fair play values. It suggests fights are fading as personal combat falls out of fashion and teamwork grows. Asphalt cited as a weatherproof construction material protecting roads roofs and waterfalls exposure.
Pilate The Governor sermon series in Acton church
The Netherlands News United Church of Canada in Acton Ontario announces the Third Sunday in Lent services on February 29 1948. At 11 00 a.m. the sermon Pilate The Governor is the third in a series They Gathered About the Cross. At 7 00 p.m. He Washed His Hands. Church School meets at 12 15. All are welcome.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pilate
Presbyterian Church in Ganada Knox Church Acton Service Times
The Presbyterian Church in Ganada Knox Church Acton lists Rev J M Andiresdta ILA MLC as minister. Morning service at 11.00 pm with Sunday School and Bible Clauses at 12.15, and an evening service at 7.00 pm. The scripture says They that wait upon the Lord Shall renew their strength.
Baptist Church ACTON Service Notices
Rev. Chas. R. Gower to lead Sunday services at Acton Baptist Church on February 29 1948 with Sunday School at 10 30 a m and sermon titled Truthfulness at 11 30 a m also B Y P U meeting February 27 at the home of Mr and Mrs Coles Church Street
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mra. W. Coles
Church Street
Alina’s Church Anglican Assembly Welcomes Visitors
Sunday services listed for February 29 1948 include Holy Communion at 9 00 a m Sunday School at 10 00 a m Morning Prayer at 11 00 a m Beginner s Class at 11 15 a m Evening Prayer at 7 00 p m and a Wednesday 7 30 p m Lenten Service This church welcomes visitors with a full schedule of worship and activities.
Ayr and Acton Play to 4 4 Tie in Playoffs
Ayr and Acton battled to a 4 4 tie in the playoffs after a tense first period. L Hawes scored for Ayr and Roszell and Kentner traded goals with Perriman and Brown contributing for Acton as both teams pressed for the winner. Referee Johnny Gay oversaw a near even contest with penalties called on Dunn and Zajac.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ayr
Acton
L. Hawes
Ayr Fang
Ayr—Ford
G. F. Hawes
D. McRuer
Wells
N. Perriman
W. Alternntes
Smith
G. McRuer
J. Brown
McRae
McLeod
Buck
Guild
Mowat
Kentner
Roszell
Robertson
Blow
Zajac
Townsley
Lawron
Tyler
Palmer
Dunn
Kirkness
Johnny Gay
Perriman
Perlod Ayr
Brown
Leap Year Dance at Penguin Club Sparks Girls Hostess Night
The Penguin Club hosts a Leap Year Dance with girls as hostesses to the boys, a trend applauded by attendees. Drama group, ping pong players, and plans for a Penguin Prom enrich evenings while volunteers keep the lunch routine tidy and the venue welcoming.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Penguin Club
Canham
Parker
Amtent
Penguin Room
U's Men's Club
W. Duval
Georgetown Wins 6-4 in Packed Arena on Storey’s Rebound
Georgetown secured a 6-4 victory before a full crowd as Storey delivered the decisive rebound in the third period. The game featured penalties against multiple players and a mishap where a spectator grabbed a hockey stick during the rough play.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Storey
Georgetown
MoMarzo
Ferri
Frick” Woods
Lindsay
Egad
Days Lengthen Yet Cold Persists in February
The old saying holds that as days lengthen the cold strengthens. February keeps the earth cool after Christmas as the sun reaches its southern point, with winter lingering a month longer. Jack Frost dominates much of the country through January and February, offering few signs of thaw.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jack Frost
Ideals of workmanship at sea and mechanical understanding
The text praises understanding a machine through constant study. It argues that knowing a machine in detail increases power to repair it when out of order. Careful observation of defect correction helps one fix future issues and values mechanical ingenuity as a useful gift.
Outlets for Youth Provide Healthy Activities and Growth
The piece urges boys and girls to engage in games on playgrounds backyards and vacant lots to release energy and gain physical stress relief. It highlights rural sports like fishing and part time work as valuable training and notes youth organizations offer opportunities to channel energy and develop cooperation.
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Leuonals
Mrs. Charlton
Erin
Mrs. B. Soper
Mixa Eleanor Beatty
Brank Name Hall
Mrs. W. Evang
Annette
Irene
Mrs. Wilkins
Cub Pack News
United Church of Canada
Ontario
Louis Pickering
Bower Avenue
Alina
Milton District Co-operative
Milton
York Fros
ED Foods
Bradley’s Meat Market
Tiny HopkIns
Orch
Acteen
Bertwistle
Patterson
Bayliss
Beaumont
Gibson
Marzo
Goy
Lindsay Io Marzo
Hils
T. Marzo
Hilson
Binsell
Roxy
PRI
Cene Autay
Lynne Faowerrs
Sterling Holloway
Eppa A Republic Picture
Laurel Hardy
Chimp
Maisie
Jack ‘Carson
Ud Paige
Peipint
Bala
Chniinnienind
Bethks
Wed
Thurs
Mar
Cambridge
Elliott Bros
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