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Newspaper

Acton Free Press

Location

Acton, Ontario, Canada

Date

Jul 07, 1927

Page

4

Marriages and Deaths Notice Broad Dates

Fragmented obituary column lists marriages and deaths with names and locations. Entries include Masseeia Vda, Avion, Gowdy, Wilga, Downie, Wenderson, and Willigan Ormiston Marae among others, with varying dates in July 1927 and 1937. The text preserves era index and family relations in a shorthand style.

Jun e weddings in Ontario and Waterloo noted

The record details a June wedding in Waterloo and a second ceremony in Acton Ontario. Bride Vittorio Gowdy of London Ontario wore a georgette gown with silver beadwork, and groom Morri son Gowdy of Montreal. A reception followed with floral decor and gifts. Attendants included Miss Grace Gibb and Miss Franten Millyard. relatives and guests came from Detroit Windsor Guelph and beyond.

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Acton District Close to Thieven Night Viddked Hovad

A local night scene near Acton and nearby district was disrupted by thievery with many items stolen. Provincial authorities investigate the Manatees Continuation and a Saturday picnic by Acton Continuation teachers at Miuo fiprini Tork yielded no rain, though a few injuries reported.

Poguo Wma Acton Hoje Miuo

Canada Diamond Jubilee Observed in Acton Note

An Acton Jubilee pageant featured a park parade with Colonel Dedley commanding and a regimental band, followed by sports and a Queen’s Diamond celebration. Attendees include Lindbergh escort and local officials, with fire, union and decoration ceremonies noted along with community gatherings and sermons.

A. Cox Anu Twitter Nico Ar ‘Thwat Netwons Katwin Landyborough Worbort Muanthorna Por Wancy Coutume Mra Utah Elont Chiltren Irena Whirrlidge Micyelo W. J. Muxter Carney Dyrne Jen John Wood Mira Olive Rook Nelaan John le Kennedy Park Dedley Masog L. Grant Miteovp Manon We March Wau Heh Lininhowie Smith & Stone Giant Garden Wofball Qooryetown Glanwilliams Anal Olayan Linehouse H. Nurkholder Hult Witaon Acton Mins Jackson Maury Chalmers Phylw Tylor Isabel Cowle Olive Proclaug Genevieve Clarrilyn Joan Hilt Frwt Eutfield Margaret Ryder Merle Anderson Margaret Price Afarguyot Gringolt Ethel Graff Alrla Muntera Ramoe Georgetown

Local News Briefs Highlight Town Happenings

July 7 1837 Brief notes from Acton and surrounding areas cover parade plans with Acton Orangeman at Guelph and Fall Fair banners, street paving near Canadian National Exhibition, new electric clock and large exhibition spaces, haymaking and weather notes, school work progress, and local incidents including a broken collarbone from a barn accident and a dog returning from the country.

Dublin School Report Highlights Teacher and Student Totals

A Dublin school report lists students and staff with totals for junior and senior classes. Names include Margaret Walle, Lawrence Webster, Viola Hubertian, Mentrica Kelly, Elmer Ruddick, Frances Mullin, and Dorothy Meant among others. The document notes exam results and mentions a teacher C. Acheson.

Margaret Walle Myl Jr Wvin Onora Belpi Alo Willy McPhedran Atpod Rachael Kelly Wilfrid Wahile Jr. I Hunore Paw Viola Hubertian Mentrica Kelly Jn Iwe Elmer Ruddick Willie ‘Waldte Frances Mullin Alex, Waldla Mary Nabertadn Lorothy Meant Iliford Webeler Ta Fryer C. ¥. Acheson Toachor

Accident Injures Young Man On Oquillph Orangeville Highway

Ray Deen Nicholson of Toronto is reported seriously injured after a vehicle left the Oquillph Orangeville highway, overturned into a ditch, and buried beneath its wreckage. He was en route to Orangeville for an event with the Guelph Musical Society. The man sustained severe leg and knee injuries, lacerations, and possible head trauma, with unclear onset of injuries before arrival at Orangeville General Hospital.

Garioualy Oquilph Orangeville Ray Deen Nicholson Toronto Orangevilly General Hospital Mionlag Aony Uy Dunbar Guelph Nin Bivright Hanif

Morne Campbellville Man Dies Suddenly in Woodstock District

W C Morne of Campbellville died suddenly during a visit to Woodstock area on Monday night. The 74 year old was a long time farmer and cement products maker. He survived by his widow and a daughter. Funeral arrangements were announced with services in Acton and Guelph.

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Oupferin School Promotions Begin To Highlight Students

Prominent names appear in the program as students and honorees for the Oupferin School promotions. Austin Dunn Maury Me Regina Winnett and others are listed among honorees. Teachers and mentors also receive acknowledgment from various sponsors and organizers.

Earnestagram Austin Dunn Maury Mme Reginald Winnett Stanlyy Joe Krom Lily Ogle Velma “Sterrlie Grace Flintott Ugo Tanelli Arthur Dahan Verna Joe Ernesty Toneti Lawrence Dunn Ella Oakley Margaret Ogle Angelo Toneli Mabel Raye Hilly Merritt Ty de la Melville Tons Dick Oph Elgin Nonws Chan Mol Atiella Taney Jimtmy Mountain Laura Bonus Prof Meatrice Merritt Tilly Mountain Carney Honig Quinta Tonell

Community Charity Acton Band Concert Shines

A local charity event featuring the Community Oley Charity Action and conductor F Bale delivered two splendid anthems. Pastor Hgxter offered a heartfelt sermon as the National Anthem opened the service. A 19th century style box collection inspired by old church practices raised offerings amid a cooperative community effort.

Oley Acton F. Bale Hgxter Plang Alngine Tay Mir Atawart Uae

Neighborhood News Bublin Dublin Wamowh Trattruth Planted Tuesday

The report notes a Tuesday June event where many men gathered to plant on a road and take part in a ball, diamond, and race. The next meeting is planned for Air, Afarlay. Mr and Mrs Win Aracken attended the funeral of the former's uncle at Torangovitley havt'wool.

Dublin Sri Aira Win Aracken Torangovitley

Dublin Girls Edge Darbyne In Monday Softball Clash

The Dublin softball team defeated Darbyne 16 to 10 on Monday at Darbyville. The Darbyville home team hosts Motat intermediats this Thursday evening. Local events mention Col Charlow Lindbergh in Ottawa and a quiet Dominion Day with visitors and travel plans around the village.

Dublin Darbyne Darbyville Motat Charlow A. Lindbergh Ottawa Venjamin Url Wancock Coearga Cady Toronto Felony Anatehbull Gladys TN Julington Mrr Mra Harvey Dridg- Dian Krmatchbull

Police Court News From Towns On Liquor and Thefts

Provincial Constable Owens tracked wrong doors leading to arrests in Milton and Oakville. Tout confessed to receiving stolen goods. a Milton jail stay followed. Georgetown men faced liquor penalties under the new act after a jamboree cost 16.05 each. A car dealer was charged for duplicating vehicle ponies and others faced fine under strict Highway Traffic Act provisions. A raid on Hubert Tebow’s house yielded contraband spirits. penalties totaled 100 dollars. A brawl at the Park involved two Beatamen in festive clothes and a scuffle led to injuries and a police court hearing.

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Celebration Notes from Milton Parade Addition

The band from Milton joined the Malton real Ments in a parade on Saturday. They appeared with a local group for the event and were on hand for a celebratory moment at noon and evening.

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Bargain sale on clothing and baby goods from period catalog

Advertises discounts on baby carriage blankets, boys wool jerseys, men's work shirts, and crepe ties. Items include Baby Carriage Blankets 89 cents, Boys Pure Wool Jerseys 89 cents, Men’s Strong Work Shirts 79 cents, and Men’s Crepe Ties 79 cents, all from regular prices around 1.00 to 1.50.

Rapture Expert Heads to Hotel Window Sale?

Promos advertise a Wednesday July 20 event offering free exposure and gear demonstrations at a city hotel. The clumsy copy hints at drawing crowds, with references to prizes, charges, and a playful but unclear claim of bonus incentives.

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Accessory Shop Ad With Outdated Contact Details

Fragmented ad text from an accessory shop includes garbled phrases about new plans and prompt service. It mentions Acton Ontario and a phone reference, but many names and details are unreadable. The readable bits suggest sales or repairs and early or late day service.

Prout & Woods J. W. Gdarderree Acton

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