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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Jan 20, 1938
Page
4
Neighborhood news reports updates from Itesea on centres and communities. Mentions of a man on duty Monday at Tow Gays a leash and a Christ church meeting with fellowship. Mr Jos Bingham had surgery at Guelph General Hospital last Friday and is recovering. Mr Harris is expected back in about three weeks.
Burlington notes an inventory of the Hydro system with plans to hire an appraiser and enter talks on costs. An announced halt to the mooted Burtingtom industry shows no further negotiation due to lack of financial capital. Taxpayers receive tax discount notices while salary increases for council and boards stir debate.
The new rector preached an inaugural sermon to a receptive congregation as successors and friends wish him a successful pastorate in Rockwood and Acton. The Presbyterian meeting faced weather-related low turnout but reported the church in fair financial shape. Local notes include a funeral in Leamington, a skating party at Rockwood Continuation School, nursing studies for Miss Lita Laverty, and updates on hospital visits, snowplow work, and village life.
Campbellville residents report recoveries and visits from Toronto guests. Mr Crawford Mahon of Kitchener has seen Cachi home in the village. Mrs Prank Quinlan of Toronto and Mrs Horace Quinlan of Otraws visited Mrs F Wheelman during the week. The Ladies Aid of St David's Church met at Mrs T McPhail's home with strong attendance to plan future social events. Miss Wilms Bell of Toronto spent the weekend in the village. Mr J K Malton drove to Orangeville on Tuesday. Mr Jeck Memory of Toronto visited Mr D Hunter last week. Mrs Ross Carbett hosted the w MLS of St John's Anglican Church Friday afternoon. Miss Lottie Moore visited friends in Toronto last week.
Oakville townspeople heard the 1938 Town Council launch at the Councy Chambers with all members sworn in by Town Clerk Clarence H. Byers. Trafalgar Township Council opened at the Township Hall with Rev H Lovering giving the prayer and Rev Benjamin Eyre of Hornby delivering an address. A bus rear ended a Department of Highways plow near Chase Medicine, causing about two hundred dollars in damage to both vehicles.
The Georgetown Pure Brigade faced nine fires in 1937 including eight chimney blazes with no property loss and a park brandstand destroyed. The Georgetown Hockey Club shows strong form with playoff hopes for winter. Attendees at the funeral of the late Robert Scott at Acton included Mrs. Erwin and several Beaumonts. Georgetown Council elect for 1938 held its inaugural meeting with Mayor Joseph Gibbons and Reverend clergy present.
Milton High and Public Schools appoint Miss Ruth Bell as Supervisor of Music, after strong recommendations. The town notes a speech by War Bro F Hillroy on Supreme Symbolism at River Park Masonic Lodge, plus a successful first carnival at Milton Arena and a hockey tie with Georgetown Midget. Harry Hilson Jr of Milton Heights is jailed 10 days for assault and sent to Hamilton General Hospital with bronchial pneumonia. Mayor Syer hosts council bingo night after the 1936 council meeting, with speeches and prizes following.
John H. Buyea, a University of Alberta student, was swept to his death in a snow avalanche on Nursery Slope near Danff Alta. Two companions narrowly escaped as the trio, three youths, felt the avalanche roar down the mountainside.
Limehouse residents hosted visitors from Toronto including Mr. and Mrs. Edward Morrow and Miss Winnifred Ivens. Mrs. Wm Mitchell spent a week in Toronto. Hector McDonald, 20, died after a short pneumonia illness. The McDonald family receives community sympathy as another son remains seriously ill at home.
The January gathering at Mrs. James Gilbertson’s home featured a prayer program led by Mrs. George Thomas and readings by Mrs. Herb Gilbertson. Members paid dues at roll call, a tribute to the former president was given, and lunch followed in a social hour.
The Rural League faced protests as Everton faced a ban threat over signings of Elmer White Pred Kentner and Tinney Mosales from Lorne Farmers. A series of games included York Road and the Army with mixed results while fans endured disputes and a “death by own action Squad” that provided amusement.
Sparky Drow controlled play for Everton as the crowd energized the team using fan support as an informal advisory presence on Monday night.
The Acton Woman's Institute met at Mrs. R. L. Davidson home on Thursday. Mrs. Ressor presided as members answered roll with a kitchen article in the reveal. Euchre prizes went to Mrs. F. Denny Mrs. G. Lanty Mrs. Reesor and Mr. F P Denny.
Snow cleaning on Mill Street has improved conditions and is appreciated by all. Heavy snowfalls this year made removal essential. Sand with calcium is used to treat the snow, preventing packing and requiring ongoing clearing.
A fine bank barn on Mrs. Herbert Black's Rockwood farm was completely destroyed by a Saturday night fire. Three horses and two cows perished along with all contents. neighbors arrived too late. The property had recently been bought by J R McAllister of the MadAllister Gaw Mills, Guelph. The cause remains unknown.
Ballina and Mrs May of Little Current visit relatives including Mrs Frank Bennie and brothers Duncan and Peter Ferguson plus other friends in the district. The United Church held its annual meeting on Tuesday. Dan Campbell lost a valuable cow last week and Clayton Beawick lost a horse last week. A severe blow Sunday night caused car trouble across the district. Mr and Mrs F Binnie traveled to Toronto to visit their daughter Mrs Wolf.
Nassagaweya report shows lively church work with all stewards re elected. An Old Boys Reunion is planned to mark Bloomsbury church seventy fifth anniversary. Snow storm of the winter delays roads. sympathy goes to Mr Wm Lester and family on the death of wife and mother.
On Sunday January 23 1888 the schedule includes 11.00 a.m. Sunday School and Wilie Classes, 7.00 p.m. The minister will speak on The Right of Way. Everyone is welcome at the services and events.
The Knox Church announces a morning service at 11 00 a m with A Review of Reviews and an afternoon Sabbath School at 2 30 p m followed by an evening sermon The Price of Service The Y P Guill and a birthday event for Acou lah Bard are noted as part of the week’s events Musical and Educational Committees welcome all attendees
Sunday January 23 1938 schedule includes 10 00 am Sunday School 11 00 am Worship service subject Thy Will Be Done Monday 800 pm BYPU Wednesday 720 pm Midweek Service A Welcome to All Rev EZ GQ Baxter pastor conducts services for the Baptist Church in Tow.
Various local ads announce horse and grain sales by farmer Hogs priced at 840 dollars, 25 acres with timber near Speyside for sale, a small office and garage for rent in Acton, an extensive cattle and farm stock auction by W J Oakes Brampass on January 26, 11:30, tenders for electric wiring at a shoe factory due January 34, 1938, annual meeting of Halton Union Farmers Mutual Fire Company in Acton January 28, 1938 at 1.30 pm.
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