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Newspaper

Acton Free Press

Location

Acton, Ontario, Canada

Date

Jan 27, 1949

Page

4

Milton man jailed for drunken driving and license suspension

Robert G Hueqtia of Oakville pleaded guilty to a drunk driving charge and was sent to jail for seven days by Magistrate Kenneth M Langdon. His driver’s permit was suspended for three months and he must pay costs of 20 dollars. failure to pay could extend the sentence by one month. Separately, Louie Blake Duff addressed the Milton Rotary Club on The New Look in Canada, discussing Newfoundland’s federation. A morning windstorm disrupted power and damaged debris, with phone services especially in rural areas affected.

Robert G. Hueqtia Oakville Kenneth M. Langdon Coss Louie Blake Duff Canada Milton

Woman's Missionary Meeting Opens Year in Georgetown

The Women's Missionary Society of Kaon Presbyterian Church held its first year gathering at Mrs Freeman Korney's home with Mrs W T Sindgr presiding. Coles of Acton gave the main talk on the Heavenly Vision as a New Year theme. Other speakers reflected on local history and district events. Three Glen residents were hospitalized after separate accidents, including Mrs Matt Renaumont with injuries from a fall, and Charlie Hancock who lost an eye in surgery.

Bark Norval Women‘s Institute Prairie Maguire I Webster Glen District Matt Renaumont Toronto Western Hospital Harelé Thompson Guelph General Hospital Chariie Hancock Toronto General Hospital Heralf

Local Notes and Social Roundup in Wellington County

Mr and Mrs Frank Clayton depart for England after months here. Mr and Mrs Rod Matthews hosted guests including Mr and Mrs Rod Burrows. Fields of visitors from Guelph and Toronto attended weekend gatherings. A Sunday School meeting appointed officers led by Mr and Mrs Arthur Harris with Bruce assisting. A lunch followed. Robert Clarke, two, injured his forehead. Dr Prior treated him. Wellington County Health Unit visited the school to assess kids. Thomas Fines bought a new car. The Awrey home hosted Farm Forum with a planning note for fall fair. Proceeds euchre prizes went to Mrs Gordon Robertson and Mr Norman McKenzie.

Frank Clayton K Kalthoff England Rod Matthews Rod Burrows Dan MeaQiougall Guelph Alvin Fisher Jackann Murray High St. Catharinea Mr Welsh Toronto Mra Matthews Arthur Harris Wow Bruce Gordon Aithen Mim Artene Fisher Acton DD. N. McTavish Bloine Bullock Guelph Hospital Robert Clarke Clarke Prior Wo Erin Wellington George Laverty Rockwood Wilfred Awrey Gordon Aitken Coningsby Gordon Robertson Norman McKenzie Newton ‘Barber

New Weather Protection Idea From Caulking Compound

The Financial Post reports a new home weather protection concept using caulking compound. The innovation involves sealing in tubes and features early testing for effective moisture control.

The Financial Post

Community sympathy follows Blacklock family loss

Mo William Blacklock mourns the death of his father John C Blacklock of Campbellville who died at home last Friday from a heart attack worsened by bad weather. The Presbyterian Church annual meeting was postponed to Tuesday evening. St John’s vestry met at the Wallers home with Rev Lenaton in charge and reported healthy church activity. A strong storm caused the Richardson stable to collapse. Underground telephone work advances in the village as Main Streets near the railway station are dug. George Holton and family move into their new home after renovations on the former Dyer residence while selling their Main Street brick home.

Mo Wm. Blacklock John C. Blacklock Campbelmille Presbyterian Church St. John’s Church Mra K B Waller Wo OG Lenaton Willer Joan R. Richardson CN Ro Gordon Swanatan NLR George Holton John M Dyer Main St

Wind Storm Disrupts Village Services and Community Activities

Last week’s high wind caused a hydro line break near S.8 No and aboal, leaving residents without armice from 34 aan to 1320 pm. The Runsel Thompson family suffered a blown chimney, leaving them without heat or washing facilities until repaired. A free aluminum ware health dinner and a Dutch auction raised funds for charity. Limehouse Presbyterian Church held its annual congregational meeting with a hot dinner, reporting a solid year in 1918 and reappointing two managers for three years. Fox hunting failed to find foxes despite plentiful reports. deer sightings occurred during the day.

S.8 Thompson Salosman Doug Townsend Georgetown Brampton

Campbellville Women's Safety Meeting Notes Read

Mre W of Robertson welcomed attendees at a Wednesday evening gathering of the Ailaire Young Women's Safety group. President Mra Ts W. Robertson opened. Misa Gertrude Campbell read the Scripture. Mra Wm Mahon t read the Secretary's report. The meeting praised small groups and discussed the Guelph Presbytery annual meeting in St Andrews Church. Mrs Inkster of Toronto spoke on missionary work first and church finances. An Ellen M Anderson article in the Glad Tidings was read. The offering was dedicated and the meeting closed with prayer and refreshments for seven members.

Mre W Robertson Haastesa Ailaire-Young Women's Mra Ts W. Robertson Misa Gertrude Campbell Ellen M Anderson Mra J. Robertson Mra. Menzies

Social Security topics discussed at farm forum in N G

A farm radio forum at the Davenport home discussed social security measures including family allowances unemployment insurance Workmans Compensation health insurance and old age pensions. Attendees urged abolishing the means test and equalizing pension treatment while noting aging workers superannuated are kept at a higher standard.

Stan Robinson Stan, Anderson Dornby Brampton Farm Radio Forum C. E Davenport Pedro Davenport Irwin Little J. Blacklock Wild Thos. Kennedy Mra Jas. _Maasey Acton

Everton social notes from the McCutcheons and neighbors

Mr and Mrs T D McCutcheon visited Mr and Mrs Duncan McDougall in Erin on Saturday. Miss Barbara Newham of Guelph spent the weekend with her parents Mr and Mrs J O P Benham. Mr Walter Couling of Orangeville visited Mr Varvey Jeatin on Sunday. Mr and Mrs Dan Hindley of O Pringe visited on Sunday with Mr and Mrs Roy Hindley. Mr and Mrs Vert Palin of Guelph Rd spent Sunday with Mr and Mrs W Fr Hortog. Mr and Mrs Arnold Wilson recently visited Mr and Mrs AM Boles. A young folks play titled Bachelor House was performed on Wednesday night at the local Athenaeum. Mrs W Black visited Mrs Suter Tuesday afternoon.

T. D. McCutcheon Art Duncan McDougall Erin Barbara Newham Guelph J O P. Benham Walter Couling Orangeville Varvey Jeatin Dan Hindley O«Pringe Ninday

Double presentation honors new Campbellville couple at Masonic Hall

A Friday night ceremony at the Masonic Hall celebrated the union of Roy Turner and Olive Mabon, with Andre Douglas Brown and Eleanor McLaren as brides. Guests included Rosas Carbett as MC, gifts of two lang-boy chairs, speeches by Mrs. McLaren and Mr. Turner, and prize bingo for attendees.

Milk price raise questioned by local dairy farmers

A rural dairy letter to the editor questions a milk price increase from 390 to 400 dollars per cwt claiming the raise may be misrepresented. farmer Tiemain signs the note and asks Acton Free Press to address fair distribution.

Acton Free Press

Clean Milk Keeps Milk Free From Bacteria

The article notes that controlling contamination is crucial for milk quality. It emphasizes clean cows clean utensils prompt cooling and proper storing of milk at low temperatures to prevent growth of bacteria and ensuing defects.

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