BORN AND MARRIED NAMES IN LOCAL NOTICES
Births announce a boy to Cameron J Aitken and Mayme King at Galt and a daughter to Alfred Winters. A marriage is listed Nadine Denham Unwin to Joseph John Geiger in Rochester. A death notice for Mel Isobel Moorehouse and an in memoriam for Gladys Scarrow honor family memories.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aitken
Galt’ Hospital
Cameron J. Aitken
Mayme King
Nassagaweya
Guelph
Hos “Pital
Alfred Winters
Alfreda_Corrine
Geiger-Unwin
Holy Apostles’ Church
Rochester
N.Y
Nadine Denham
Richard L. Unwin
The Negro Preacher Misreads Scripture at Service
An aged preacher, attempting to read a scriptural passage, is playfully disrupted by two boys who read aloud about Noah and the ark. The moment prompts the preacher to remark that he now understands the verse on being fearfully and wonderfully made for the first time.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rome
Noah
Pune
Local officials elected wardens. Acton skating event set
Reeve Robison Dynes of Melancthon chosen Warden of Dufferin County. Warden W A Bates selected for Peel. Reeve W D Bull of Waterloo County elected Warden. Acton Band to play at Acton Arena. Diamond anniversary for Mr and Mrs James Hickey of Georgetown. Milton Juveniles beat Acton 10-2 but replay may occur due to ineligible player. Northern Lights feature launches in Free Press alongside new Acton items.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Reeve Robinson Dynes
Melancthon
Dufferin County
Myr
James Hickey
Georgetown
Hickey
Erin
Free Press
Northern Lights
Acton Arena
E. J. Hassard
Life long Acton resident Mrs Beat Kenney dies after long illness
Mrs Beat Kenney died at home on Bower Avenue Acton after a stroke and subsequent seizures. She was 73 or 74, widow of John Kenney and mother of Linton Lloyd and Telford, with surviving husband and three children. Funeral held Friday at Knox Church with service by Rev Bennie and Dr Morrow, interment Fairview Cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Acton
Beat
Bower Avenue
Kenney
Alympto
Lfe
Linton
Toronto
Lloyd
Montreal
Telford
Hamilton
John Nickell
H. L. Bennie
E. M. Morrow
Fairview Cemetery
Wm. Mills
Hugh McDowell
Robert Storey
Herbert Coox
Thos, Kennedy
W. G. C. Kenney
Wm. MacDowell
Robi. Storey
Hugh MacDowell
Chas, Riches
Roy Ross
Hartley Harrison
W. C. Stovel
G. Blythe
PF. Belway
S. Saunders
M. Sharpe
St. Catharines
Fred Couch
M. Henderson
Galt
David Fenderson
Preston
Ross Barber
Sleeman
Adah Irving
Fannie
Mina
Robi. Nickell
K. Mtexell
Rockwood
Carbett
M. Carbett
Campbellville
J. B. Mackenzie
W. A. Wilson
Georgetown
John E. Ford
Gyro Club of
M.robertson
M. Monk
Beryl Mercer
4. Butcher
Wh. White
Mass
Inan White
Oshawa
E. White
Ottawa
F. Norrie
Ada Irving
Guelphy Stovel: Company
Winnipeg
A. J. Buchanan
Amos Mason
H. Cook
Walker Lodge
AF & AM
H. 3. Wilson
Lorne Mullin
W. R. Kenney
LE Mason
R. J. Kerr
J. H. Boyd
Franklin
Acton Loses Its First Group Game to Elora Rocks
Acton Tanners fall 5 3 to Elora Rocks as the game featured a windy clock, penalties, and crowded stands. Miller and Klein traded chances with Walser and Woods in goal for a fast paced match noted for defense and late exchanges.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Acton
Elora Rocks
Norm Morton
J. Runnells
Jack ‘Quinn
Miller
Loase
Woods
Flora
Wasser
Mer
Walser
N. Morton
Terry
Blinco
Kentner
Nap
E. Marzo
Klein
Elora
J. Klein
Marzo Brothers
Tanners
F. Runnells
J. Runneteé
H. Rinells
Jack Quinn
Klien
H. Walser
I. Marzo
Brush
Bus Morton
Molozzie
Dawkins
goaHe-Sproat
F. A. Filmore
Fergus
Rural League Has Three Big Nights at Arena
The Rural League wrapped a three night run at Acton Arena with nine games. Everton, Hornby and Georgetown Pirates led wins on Thursday with Everton 3-2 over Acton Band while Hornby blanked Lorne Scots 4-0 and Pirates defeated Norval 6-2. Friday brought Brookville over Huttonville, Acton Band crushed Lorne Scots 8-1, and Everton beat Rockwood 5-1. Georgetown Pirates blanked Rockwood 4-0 in the first game. The week closed with Hornby defeating Huttonville 2-1 in a fast night-cap, and Norval edging Acton Band 2-1. Georgetown Pirates, Acton Band and Everton posted multiple wins, while notable injuries and penalties occurred. Future intermediate games listed for Friday and Monday with week results noted for Preston, Elora, Fergus, Guelph, and Acton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tefks
Acton
Rumley “Frophy
Everton
Hornby
Georgetown
Pirates
Band
Band ‘Boys
Homby
Lorne Scots
Norval
Percy Blackburn
Huttonville
Rockwood
Brookville
Acton Band
Bert Lamb
Lorne Seots
Band Boys
Georgetown Pirates
Preston
Elora
Fergus
Guelph
Wraegsheebisbrimns
Ae “Hornby Oe
Huttonville Pete
Saree
Brookville Rockwood
Norvalee Meherterian Iorhs
Polyxien Demands Dance Despite Age Fear
Fragmentary lines show Miss Polyxien arguing age limits on dancing the big apple. Holowynge comments on being too old, asserting anyone not too aged is still young enough to dance.
Junior Boys Hockey Prompts Sportsmanship Notes
Column highlights strong sportsmanship in junior boys hockey with few penalties. Reports a 3-0 outdoor setback to the Hawks against the Rangers, mentions gym classes, badminton plans, and a call to boost track and field interest, plus a motivational poem by Edgar A. Guest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mastara’ Hawks
Bob
Penren
Rangers
Core
Acs
Jack
Ito
Teip
Acton Council Holds Midnight Session On Tax Arrears Plan
Acton council discussed collecting tax arrears and approved a continued tax prepayment plan for 1939. An assistant to the Tax Collector was authorized to focus on arrears, and a by law to operate the plan again this year was passed. The Relief Committee was reappointed with McPherson Mason McDowall Leatherland and Mrs Arnold, with the Municipal Clerk as secretary treasurer. A suitable slumping ground was sought, with rental possible, to replace a purchase. The meeting adjourned at 11 45 p.m.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Relief Committee
Mesars
R. J. McPherson
McDowall
F. Leatherland
Wm Arnold
Could You Spare a Dime Item List in a Lady Advertisement
A newspaper fragment shows a shopping list or appeal with items such as tin plums rhubarb pumpkin molasses honey cocoa flour gelatin starch mustard cocoa powder and household goods. The text resembles a penny 10 cent era catalog or solicitation.
Will Buy A Grocery List From A Market Memo
The item list shows common pantry staples and household goods for purchase. Entries include tomatoes, cornflakes, catsup, vinegar, rice, figs, prunes, milk, pasta, baking supplies, cheese, potatoes, onions, and fruit.
Judge Hardys Children at Gregory Theatre Tomorrow
The Gregory Theatre presents the third Judge Hardy Family film Judge Hardy's Children starring Lewis Stone Mickey Rooney and Cecilia Parker. The family travels from Carvel to Washington as the judge joins a power commission while Rooney's character flirts with a French legation girl and Parker's daughter attends parties with the State Department. The family remains united as adventures unfold and return to a tranquil home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lewis Stone
Mickey Rooney
Cecilia Parker
Iy Holden
Judge Hardy
Gregory Theatre
Legation
State Department
Het Fa
Silent Proposal Confirms Love Despite Past Encounters
A father recalls a proposal moment as a daughter confirms the suitor claimed to have known her, saying he loved her despite prior meetings. The dialogue hints at a complicated family dynamic and enduring affection.
Wounded Constable Kills Fleeing Gunman in Montreal
After a failed restaurant hold up in Montreal east end, Constable Lucien Bourgein Lott shot and killed the fleeing gunman who fired five shots at him. Constable Lourgela was wounded in the lung but is expected to recover. The gunman, an ex convict, was identified as Pierre Perraux by residents and officers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hen Perrault
Pérrault
Montréal
Lucien Bourgein Lott
Neeing
Lourgela
Perraux
Bourgela
Bireet
Also Mentioned on This Page
J. M., McDonald
Church Street
Mel _ Isobel Moorehouse
Jas. M. McDonald
Memoriam
Gladys
Doris
Bill
Brampton
W. A. Bates
Peel County
Norman Fryer
W. D Bull
Waterloo
Waterloo County
Preston Riversides
Wellington
Arnold Darroch
Clifford
T. A. Biskclock
Oakville
Port Colborne
Milton
United Young People’s
Uhea Hep
Flora and District
Fischer
Acton Tanners
Arena
PWL Fr Agrets
Ostrander
Guelph Garson Badminton Clu
Acton Y. Badminton Club
The
Edgar A. Guest
Edgar A
Hle
God
Acton Council
Pkg
LUX
RINSO
Ib. Prunes
Gregory
Royal “Guelph's
Angels
James
Cagney
New York
Critica
Pat O'Brien
Humphrey Bogart
D Daily
Bee
Techni
Jeanette MacDonald
Nelson _ EDDY
Victor Herbert
Sweethearts
Wass
Frank Morgan
Florence Rice
Mischa Auer
Lovell Bros
Constable
Canada
Dominion
Jo ‘An Neilson
Canadian “Association of Ice’ “Industries
Turner
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