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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Jan 24, 1918
Page
3
Acton and surrounding townships endure a deep snow event with drifting roads and five to six feet of snow in places. Churches, schools, and services adjust while relief drives, local fires, coal shortages, and farm activity reflect a community rallying after the storm.
At a Baptist Church youth gathering at Mr 7 P Martin’s home Rev Mr Jones and Mrs Jones received a surprise reading that became a heartfelt address of esteem. A substantial gift followed as thanks voiced by the pastor and congregation, reflecting the strong faith and labor of love among church members. Canada Glove Works marks its Jubilee Year with Golden Anniversary celebrations of W H Storey & Ben Limited Acton. The business, founded in 1868 by W H Storey, grew from a harness maker’s shop to become Canada’s largest glove manufacturer. The current management continues with strong activity as sales travelers cover Ontario Quebec Manitoba Saskatchewan and Alberta.
The Vanity Herald and Weekly Star in Montreal warn subscribers their Great War map offer will end soon. They urge prompt renewal to avoid losing copies and canceling expiring subscriptions. The Family Herald and Weekly Star price is $2.25 a year with the map included.
Articles note sugar use curtailment for candy making and a push to price wood by the cord in Guelph. Officials report municipal salaries in Village of Acton and a large government order for gloves from Uyder & Kowat, with production paused during hydro demand.
A collage of military items notes: Sapper J Victor Colema on a six day New Year leave from Edinburgh. Dr George E Moore heads Indiana troops dentistry. Barracloughs son Barraclaugh linked to Lan Candro Fuallern. Pte Wilfred Appleyard of the 78th Batt in Canada with artificial limb at work on munitions. Pte Leonard Easdown invalided home with hearing loss after cold. Pte Hugh Kennedy believed wounded but alive at home Victoria BC. Dr Arthur Kenney enlists at Camp Minto Winnipeg. Captain W G Kenney ordered to Syria. Pte Fred McLaughlin joins trench mortar unit awaiting France. Col Warren touring British assisting stations. Lieut Van Court Win journeying from Banianceco to Washington.
The Public School Board seeks funds amid a Christmas vacation. Hamilton Yank to move into Wiotiew premises. Dr. C Granfall from Labrador to speak January 31 at the town hall. Anniversaries, staff appointments, and by law to borrow $10 000 for current expenses headline local governance and community life.
A call for readers to share personal memories and local incidents from Guelph’s early days. The Observer invites reports on oldest churches and schools, first roads, original homes, and notable residents, aiming to build a permanent local record.
The United States government will present the Distinguished Service Cross to American soldiers for extraordinary gallantry in action. The award recognizes acts of extraordinary heroism by service members in combat zones and is one of the nation’s highest military decorations.
A classified notice advertises sideboards dressers beds stoves heaters box stoves and many other household goods for sale from a local seller. The ad emphasizes a wide range of furniture and home items likely offered at affordable prices.
Column highlights Friday Saturday fish supply of fresh catches from ocean lake and river. Lists varieties Haddock Cod Herring Salmon Trout and more with government fresh lots and prices. Mentions preparation tips for thawing and daily delivery by a wine dealer in Acton area.
A second municipal election is slated for next Monday to fill council and water commission vacancies. Major H D Harrison spoke on front line experiences at the Princess Theatre. Church services continue to conserve coal. The Red Cross raised 276 for Walltax Hollow. School and fraternal activities are cited along with hospital donations and a noted death.
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