Christmas Eve Relief Proceeds Given by Village Youth Group
A group of young residents toured the village on Christmas Eve singing and collected $19, donating it to relief efforts in Htungsrngn. The report also notes the passing of former resident Mr. Kidwants in Guelph and funeral details, with many local families and visitors mentioned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eume
Singha
Hachwundead Kranwuas
Wea
Edwarde
Sab
Yrar
Mr. Kidwints
User
Ao Er Keten
Fewids
Charles Thatcher
Guelon
Thana Wie
Touglas Porevifl Tante
Vantan McDougall
Stanley Hewite
Deets Marner
Lois Naber
Karl Pasber
Ernest Campbell
Hartwongs
Kelwants
Margaret
Hunter
F. Barber
Guelph
Frank Hicks
Vancouver
Stanley Robinson
Firbee Mines
Tit. Aister
Duves Pebbatooully
Naw - Wretminster
Rt John’s
Ilam
Geagetown
Hrace Hosking
Hamilton
Wayne Hosking
Queen's
Mise Gareth Guild
Shelburne
Mary Jolliffe
Stratford
Wilburt Guild
D Findlay
George Laverty
George Day
Ralph Hoxtgeon
Rockwood
Frank Stout
Sonior Law
McCrie
Oakville
Rom Robinson
Toronto
J. Barlow
Miami
Florida
Longtime Acton Resident George R Somerville Dies
George R Somerville a lifelong Acton resident and farmer died Sunday at Guelph General Hospital. Born April 23 1902 he lived on the Nassagaweya Fequeong township line and later on the Beardmore and Archiemann farms. He was active in local farm groups and church affairs and leaves a family including siblings and a late son Ross. Funeral services were held at Rumley funeral home with Walker Lodge members in attendance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Acton
George Hae Somerville
Beardmore
Aaroma
Archie Mann
East Aide
Acton AgrAultural Society
Hls
Acton Milk Producers
Ontario Milk F Producers
Knox Church
ATI
Manning Doard
Bis Ch
Walker Atk
ALM
Ingwie
Margaret
HL Kinsend
Sarnia
Fyfe
Act
Ro Surn
Montwal
Helen
Toronto
Wall
sActon
Ross
de. W. RL Somerville
Wes
Marleybury
Mise Minnie Somerville
Feari Kennedy
Hobbury
Rumley
Walker Lodge
A,. McKenzie
Knox Ieee Wes Li
Norval Hill Petition to Highways Department Report
A damaged OCR record notes a petition from Norval Hill residents seeking action from the Minister of Highways. The document references village concerns, possible polling attendance, and unspecified hearings or decisions affecting local transport and road issues. The text is garbled with many unreadable name fragments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Norval Hill
Dept. of Highways
Caruana
Peet
Clonmel
Petither
Orlapy
Meta Avalon
A. Beck
Noeval
Christmas meetings held by Eden Mills church groups
The W and S Ladies Aid of the Presbyterian Church held a Christmas gathering at Mrs H. Gilbertson's home with readings, prayers, and a social to follow. Donations were voted to Armagh home for girls and the Salvation Army. A candlelight service and carols concluded the holiday observances with many local families visiting and attending.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W.on.s
Presbyterian Church
HH. Gilbertson
WMS
W. Lasby
Mra W. Gilbertain
Guelph
Catl Wan
Mra
James Gilbertaon
Armagh
Salvation Army
Minos
Mra. H. Gibertaon
Douglas ‘Hinck
W. Lowrie
Ienobel Lowrie
James Daniel
Tarantee
Fred McNiven
Tandy
Rockeliffe
Fergus
Mixi
Gloria
Gary Atyrt
AL Badenoch
Halidaying
Mrac J.D. Lowrie
Lasby
Joseph Lasby
Turunio
Mra’ Roy
Gurdon
Wallace Lasby
Josep Lasby Jr
Dustine McLean
Brantford
Will] McLean Sr
Editorial on Ontario adoption policy and private placements
The Toronto Star editorial by G F Thompson discusses the Ontario appeal court ruling on private twin adoptions and suggests safeguards. It explains probation, court orders, and the shift toward registering private placements under the Child Welfare Act, noting adoption stability and the role of authorities in Ontario.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Toronto Star
G. F. Thompson
Halton County
Adoped
Ontario
Children's Aid
Resis Pears
WSI
Child Welfare Branch
Casfa
Oxasttors
Skating, Hockey News Mix With Local Arena Buzz
After mild weather the arena stays active as skaters prepare for winter. Junior hockey action, Acton Preston Georgetown matchups, and Elmira visits highlight a busy week. NHL broadcasts and a televised boxing bout add wider sports flavor to the scene.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iow Palace
Acton
Preston
Bathwick
Georgetown
Elmira
Georgetown Herald
Piny
Beans Acton
NHL
Gaffies
Satisesey van Zoe Sugarc
Ray” “Robinson
Champiomt
Georgetown Hydroelectric Plant Opens with Dignitaries
Col. A A Kennedy leads a ribbon cutting at Georgetown hydro building beside the post office. He notes Georgetown’s power history with Wm. Kennedy and Sons turbines powering Barber paper mill and the first long distance electrical transmission plant downstream. He cites local ready power and 354 customers using 72 kilowatts in 1935. UK Triumph wins national motorcycle title in Florida, posting an average speed of 8.36 mph. Canada produces over 700,000 pounds of butter annually for canning and other uses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Georgetown
Geougetown
Ontario Hydro
Ut-Col
A A Kennedy
DSO
FED
Col. Kennedy
Wm. Kennedy and Sons
Barber Paper
Britih Triumph
Hiriish BS A
Dastena
Florida
Everton Holiday Visitors In District Homes
Visitors over the holiday included Mr and Mrs Tom Cutting Mrs Norton and Tummy with Miss Marjorie Cutting Wabmilton and Sites Ethel Moustan Gueplh plus other families. A dinner party at Clarence Hortop Staiwood featured Mr and Mrs Harry Murtop and Mrs W Hortup. New Year visits extended to John Allen Jennie Tuvell and other locals with Ted Joslin Lloyd Cutting Meyermnd Acton and Wasvey Scotin among attendees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Albatt Alten
Jon
Ted Joslin
Lloyd Cutting
Styl Meyermnd
Acton
Wasvey Scotin
Aid Menby
Gouge Destin
Tel Powhlein End
Georgina Utelph
Fey
Charles Fountain
Otul
Hassy
Warney Jentin
Nobby
Jennie Tovell
Christmas Visit Roundup Among Families and Friends
Local Christmas gatherings show many households sharing meals tea and gifts with extended relatives. The page lists numerous family names and visits across towns as residents celebrate the holiday season. A brief ad note mentions a question about the cost and danger of a medical operation and a statistic on Canadian belt sugar production.
Silver-Wood History Session At Mount Pleasant Meeting
A special meeting at Mount Pleasant reviewed Stone School history with John Glynn and others presenting early district details. The discussion covered the school’s New Year events, early settlers, and enrollment figures alongside community figures and budget notes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stone School
Dullea
Tate
J. W
Nichel
Sec
Ieee
Ait Moah
Uae
Tounty
Wr Tei
Duncald MecKannon
Lindsey
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Carol
George R. Somerville
E Jeamage
Asa
Eden Mills
Ross Ballentine
Sugee
Consatagen
Robinson
Woods
Thi Shepherd
Kirkness
Dee
Ateha
Elvis
Canada
Churchill
Copacitie
Alf Thompson
Arwhaenan
Swachhamer
Wil Min
Lea Awarkhamer
Hamiltea
Mia Hees Leith
Mer
Jaren
Wid
Walbh Deany
Robert Ayeot Chiatmas
Mel McCullough
Beany
Fanely
Cyelph
Wallace
Millsburg
Kt McEnery
M Stan Morison
Ralph Denny
Clarence Denny
Robert Avery
Pollock and Campbell
Felecuone
Water St
North Galt
Abia
Willen Glee
Ktawart
Gordon Health
Ibert Mtowatt
H J Warsen
Mie
Kealyn Milles
Whyte Muler
Nedentely
Aloe
Werar i
Robt. R. Hamilton
Fred A. Hoffman
Sometrists sPormerly Bow Heads
St. George's Square
Nylons
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