Weekend travel rounds among Acton residents
A long list of Acton area residents and guests report weekend visits and holidays. Names include Mr Jack Bryce Mrs Don Ryder Miss Madge Huff Shirley Elliott and many others visiting or staying in Wasaga Beach Toronto Bracebridge Kitchener Guelph and Bracebridge while relatives from Detroit Bowmanville and Niagara Falls were mentioned. Several residents returned from health and family trips in Ontario towns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Misa Shirley Elliott
Toronto
David Richardson
Toronto Bs
Acton
Acton Bride Honored by Shower at Kirkland Lake
Mrs Clarence Prosser nee Frances Dills of Actor was guest of honor at a kitchen shower in Kirkland Lake on a Thursday evening. Eight hostesses decorated the home in pink and white, presented a corsage to the bride and led her to a flower adorned throne. Carol Tuck gave the corsage, gifts arrived in a wagon, and a Just Married sign plus a pair of old shoes featured in the festive decor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Daily News
Kirkland Lake
Clarence Prosser
Frances Dills
Mesdames
Yuck
Eo Corbould
M. Q O’ Brien
T Davis
M Wright
E. Butt
W. Roberts
EL Whitham
Weekend church events schedule for Alderahot area
On Sunday July 18 1948 the Hth Sunday after Trinity morning schedule includes 11 15 a.m. Morning Prayer led by layreader H Coates. Alderahot hosts 11 15 a.m. Beginner's Class and 7 p.m. Combined Service in the Park.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Acton Hand
T P.n
H. Coates
Alderahot
Evening Service in the Park with Actor and Band
A combined service at Mont Park on Sunday July 18 features an actor and band. The program begins at 7 30 pm with a song service led by the band.
Notice to Creditors of William McArthur deceased
Creditors of William McArthur farmer of Erin Township Wellington County who died about May 4 1948 must send their claims with details to Langdon and Aylsworth Solicitors Georgetown Ontario by September 1 1948. Executors Neil McArthur and Hector McArthur will distribute estate after that date to those with verified claims.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Willam McArthur
Erin
Wellington
Messrs. Ladgdon and Aylsworth
Georgetown
Ontario
William McArthur
Neil McArthur
Hector McArthur
Langdon and
Aylsworth
Auction Sale at Erin Features Household Furniture
Louis Courchain’s instructions list a large Erie County sale at the Agricultural Hall Erin Ontario on July 17 at 7 pm featuring Chesterfield set, Admiral Electric Radio, bedroom suite, china, stove, washing machine, toasters and more. Cash at time of sale. no reserve as proprietor quits house keeping. Hindley and Elliott auctioneers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louis Courchain
Agricultural
Erin
At & Pm
Admiral
Quebec
Ptpe
Hotpoint
Westinghouse
Singer
Windsor
Leax
Hindley & Elliott
Milton
Acton Rotary Club hears plans for upcoming fairware sale
Somerville of WMalley bury visits Acton Rotary luncheon. President Mason outlines speakers for the next meeting. Members agree to attend the Hassball game between Acton and Forgue as token of appreciation for Acton Intermediates' successful program. Canvassers report on swimming pool project.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Somerville
Wmalleybury
Rotary Club of
Acton
Rotary
Amt
Amon Mason
Meribera
Hassball
Forgue
World wool production rises in 1948 across major regions
Global wool output is expected to reach about 3.85 billion pounds in 1948, up roughly 3 percent from 1947. Canada and the United States see declines while Australia New Zealand Argentina and South Africa project higher clip levels aided by favorable pastures and prices. Uruguay and other South American nations show gains as demand improves.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
United States
Australia
New Zealand
Uruguay
South America
South Africa
Turkey
India
Belgium
Eire
Greece
Holland
Czechoslovakia
Humanity’s Progress Through Wars and Knowledge
The article argues that despite cycles of pessimism, humanity has advanced since ancient times. It compares society to a frog in a well, noting two great wars were setbacks but overall progress and learning persist, raising welfare and happiness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
al A
Ita
Thore
Thelma Pearl Engaged to Robert Jenkinson
Mrs Alda Merkley of Milton announces the engagement of her daughter Thelma Pearl to Robert John Jenkinson son of Mrs Mr Jenkinson Georgetown. The marriage is set for Saturday July 4 at Carmen United Church in Toronto. A Ministry report notes British children’s interests with girls showing broader tastes than boys and many preferring reading and movies weekly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alda Merkley
Milton
Thelma Pearl
Robert John Jenkinson
Hr. Jenkinson
Georgetown
Carmen United Church
Toronto
Censoes Britalin
Minister of Education
Central Advisory Council
Achoola
Britain
Pele
Theas
Summer Time's Tea Time Serve It Iced
A vintage guide describes making iced tea in hot weather. Brew double strength with boiling water and five minute steeping to offset dilution from melting ice. Pour over cubed ice, sweeten, and garnish with lemon and mint for a refreshing drink.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A.B.C
Esquesing Council Set Mill Rate At 37 Lands and School Funds
A special Kaqueaing Council meeting in June approved a pay-law adding School Question 12 and 1 to the Township School Area. They authorized purchase of Lot 43 for 650 dollars from Walter Lawson and accepted Lloyd Davey’s 280 dollar bid for buildings on the lot. July session notes include a reply from Toronto General Hospital to a township nobility request, a ratepayers deputation seeking a 10 mile speed limit, and routine accounts such as utilities, insurance, and taxes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kaqueaing
Reave G. KH. Cleave
Schoo
Walter Lawson
Llnyd Davey
Nesve George Currie
George Sealle
H. Cearg Roel
Wilfred Bled
Itseve
George E. Cleave
Toronto
Wea South
P.C. Brampton
Acton Public Utilities
Bell Telephone Co
Hydro Georgetown
Province of Saskatchewan
Charity
Canadian General Insurance
Hawes and
Nelson
Ted
Bird
Currie
Cornell
A. W. Renton
Acton
Innetall
Beardmore Crescent
Amess
Skunk Feasts On Turtles At Long Point Ontario
An amateur naturalist reports a dusk encounter on Long Point Lake Erie where a skunk feasted on freshly laid turtle eggs in a sand pocket near a nesting site. The observer notes multiple turtle species along the shore and recalls museum exhibits aiding identification. A nearby septic tank care tip is mentioned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Long Point
Lake Erie
Tororto
Skunk
Ann
Tursee
Blanding
Ontario
Royal Ontario Museum
Youth Organizations Train and Develop Youth Virtues
Youth groups provide high value services for girls and boys by offering training, recreation, and opportunities to join, work, and form friendships. They help youths develop powers, achieve important results, and foster patriotism citizenship and education for larger achievements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tate Povbles
Girla
Baoya
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Jack Bryce
Perryman
Mrs
Don Ryder
Wasags Beach
Madge Huff
Jas. N. ‘Tayor
Condon
Chas. Kirkness
Cathating
Bracebridge
Mr. and
Mra
G. A. Dille
David Dills
A. M. McPherson
Misa May Cunningham
Montreal
Misa Francoe Kenney
Joe O'Donnell
Christie Street Hospital
Roland Ramshaw
Detroit, Mich
Bean
Frank
Batty
Gwen
Wilks Helen Watnpras i
Wasaga Beach
Margaret Garvin
Hannah Wallace
Kitchener
Joseph Kentner
Bowmanville
R. Litton
Belanie
Harry Buns
Norman Becker
Sheila
Bobby
Durham
Doreen Steale
Constance Bay
J. H. Hary
Susan
John C. Dennis
William McNabb
Guelph
Fred R. Pinder
Guelph Township
Fred Hamilton
Bayard Bobble
Wm. Hamilton
Centre Inn
Earl Lambert
Norman Small
Barbara
Niagara Falls
Ken McKinnon
E. FE. Perryman
Georgina
Baysville
W. MecCavish
Palmerston, Mro
Clif. Christie
Merle and Gale
Clarene Martin
Charlie Martin
Hanover
James Wilds
Uaited Church of Canada
Louis Picmering
Dover Avenue
Gower
Miluletes
Cangre- Redonat Plenica
Alter Fryer
Ind
W. G. Luton
Vialtons
Welllington
Farner
Liveurk
Neeta OY
Sonool Choldren
T. Patterson
Quelph
Maher Shoe Store
Keenan Wynn
Jolson
John W. Chapman
McDonald Bivd
Mutual Benefit Health and Accident Association
Jim Hunter
CFRB
Blondie
J Rockwood
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