Richard Cook Shot Fatally in Michigan
Richard Cook of Acton, a Grand Rapids resident for years, died at Todgett hospital after being struck by a stray bullet during a Monday night shooting. He leaves a widow and four children. two teens detained were later released with rifles confiscated. Funeral held at Leuthany Reformed Church following Trinity Methodist Church fire.
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Grand Rapids
Mich
Michard Cook
Grand Maptde
Iechard
Richard
Esxqueaing
Actory
Methodsat
Yalthfulnean
Harry
Grand Stapda, Mich. Geventeen
Jennin van Buren
Pony
Trinity Methodist Church
Grand Rapida
Hye i
Lethany Reformed Church
Ho Lenvyen
Bratherpa
Christopher
George W
Harris
Grand Ravita
Thongs
Toronto
David
Funeral for Angus McTavish After Workplace Death
Angus McTavish, a Nassaguwoya man employed by the Bell Telephone Company, was electrocuted at Port Credit while assisting a Toronto to Hamilton line project. He died aged 56, survived by two daughters, with a funeral held at his residence and interment at Fairview Cemetery after services led by J C Wilson and F A conducted in Toronto and nearby communities.
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Angus McTavisah
Acton
Ufe
Bell Telephone Company
Port Credit
McTavish
Thomas
Toronto
Hamilton
McTaylah
Yimout Tinjyntly Kanes
Detroit
Ney
Dei McTaylal
Qe Moye
Ale Urdtiter
Yao
Pho
Pyong
Tim
Quughteen
Wntanae
Misa Joan McTaviah
Charles McTargart
Misa Jean Whitley
Wandering lad travels by car from ice cream shop to Toronto
A youthful traveler from Guelph caused a scene after leaving a local ice cream parlor on Wytdhan Street. The boy boarded a suburban car to Toronto, later found asleep by a conductor who returned him to his guardian. A Guelph father prepared to take custody at Georgetown.
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Guelph
Laddia
Thera Wan
Hellesda
Ahelrof-the
Hia Anxiolly
Iittla
Toronto
Georgetown
Local Masonic Service and Civic Gatherings Noted
Local notes report Walker Lodge Masons and visiting brethren attending a Knox Church service with Pastor J.C. Wilson. A town reception committee plans another gathering next Tuesday to honor soldiers who have recently returned home. Georgetown Chautauqua set for June 36 to July 2 promises strong program and value.
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Knox Church
Walker Lodge
Brthren
Stav
Lio
J.C. Wilson
Farmuy
Chautauqua
Georgetown Georgetown
Neo
Social and Personal Highlights From Acton District
Social notes and arrivals from Acton and nearby towns list visits by Mr and Mrs Hush Campbell and daughter in London and Toronto, plus numerous residents visiting relatives in Milton, Dundas, Mimico, and Owen Sound. Recital by Miss Gray’s pupils set for June 16 at Knox Church. council considerations on waterworks financing. church union and temperate society updates. youth earning ideas and thrift stamps featured with local anecdotes.
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Miss Gray
Ming
Lauretta Gray
Koox Church
Mins Anna Ture
Copecial
Serica Hyimmen
Virliniat
Kitchener
Visit of 82-Year-Old Centreville Man to Acton After 57 Years
John Hell of Centreville, Pa, aged 82, visits Acton with warm memories after a long absence. He recalls local families, early life, and business ties, noting Acton's growth and expressing hope for continued prosperity for the town and its people.
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John Hell
Centreville
Mr. Mol
Belfant
Ineland
Canada
Inane
Deli
Erin
Bramonsa
Crownsonu Comers
Hell
Crewsons
Moores
Hennedya
Soper
Cripps
Hills
Alxty
Philip Hfiemstrest
Crownens Cortera
Thoman Moors
Pum Preta
Hie
Ifo
Lich
Hamiltay
Inga
Acton
Bell
Rockwood Crossroad
James J. Hills
Churchill
Hiram Denny
Niagara Falls
N.Y
Pennsylvania
Centraville
Buslness
Mr. Dell
Squire Alex, Brown
Squir
Alex. Grant
John Speight
Samuel Speight
Edward ,Moore
Asa Hall
Joseph Lanby
John Farmer
Edward
Benjamin Nicklin
Eli Snyder
Richard Eamilton
George Blott
Peter Gibbons
Wm. Hematreet
Jameal Cameron
Simeon Anderson
John O' Conanor
Joseph Allan
John Gamble
Jamey Matthews
Robert Warren
John Kturna
James Kelso
Tom Dunn
Kristus Hall
James Ryder
John Lightheart
Oliver Sealer
Avton
Seventh Line a Provincial Highway decision in Halton
The Oakville Star reports the government will classify the Seventh Line as a provincial county road in Halton. Trafalgar deputies in Toronto pressed for clarity on the Baventh Ling and Dundua Street projects and whether provincial funding would cover grading and bridge work.
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Oakville Star
Halton
Starasya
Llweve
Trafalgar
Dunldinge
Toronto
Highway Department
Dundua
Phono
Claim Your Share of Hardship and Courage
A fragmented sermon urges readers to claim their portion of hardship and sacrifice. It emphasizes solidarity, moral purpose, and endurance against those who would obstruct collective effort. The call stresses personal responsibility and communal strength in facing trials.
Acton's Love and Loyalty Commended Letter from Captain Johnson
Captain W Johnson writes from England praising Acton Ontario residents for supporting soldiers. He notes plans to return home in June with Mr Johnson and a baby to visit Mrs Pearson, expresses enjoyment of the local paper, and commends Acton for its wartime kindness. He hopes to meet again in Canada.
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Mr. Moore
Ontario
Acton
Mrn
Johnson
Apoen
Canada
W. Johnson
The Dandelion Pest and Its Threats to Agriculture
The author warns of an unchecked dandelion spread across meadows and roadsides, predicting vast future crop loss and ecological impact. Questions arise about whether current farming methods can curb it and if provincial or federal agricultural departments are addressing its spread and potential eradication.
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Avery Lawn
Nelda
Nea
T. Db
J. Parmer
Military notices return of Pte Ernest Barr and others
Pte Ernest Barr arrives in Toronto from Windloostock Humsla after a long voyage home from France aboard the ship Yaurviania. He is to receive a royal welcome and is within five miles of the city. Also returning is Pte Ernest Brown from France accompanied by family and friends. The piece notes travel via Liverpool to the UK and mentions other names and a comparison to wartime experiences.
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Bmino Luella Reid
Misses. Lindsay
B Malcolm
Western Hospital
Toronto
Mir
J. Mf Jeld
Bain Street
Ernest Barr
Windloostock
Humsla
Bolt
Barr
Bios
Ernest Brown
France
Wa Wan
Kila Cather
John Hrown
Afr
Roy
Milos Hertha
Lloyd Morbes
Mallaban Denile
tMiverpool
Germany
England
London
Edinbura
Melfast Ant Deby
Lernie
Che
Pace
Cell of Honor
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Byu Streat
W. Stachy
Campbellville
Ont
LR Starman
Mt Street
Nico
Neaver Knitting Mul, Ltd
John Miller
Fruitland
Niagara District
Halliday Company
Jackson St. Hamilton
Ontario Glove CO
Kitchener, Ont
Brown's Drug Store
Ruth Taylor
Church
Elgin
J. Salt
Whitby
W. J. Witchie
H. Wwitchie
EH. Jones
Milton Emi
Adam Cook
Arian
John Irving
Milton
N, F. Moore Freight and Cartage
Garefully
Painted Post
Douglas Mairhulikes
Jack’ Mekford
Wyisode
Gregory
D. E. MacdOnald & Bros. Ltd
Wyndham, Macdonnel and
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Guelph, Ont
Acton Creamery Co
Willow Street
Russell’s Groceries
Russell
Mullins Curtain
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GIL Laden Susar
C. Russell
Mill Street
Acton, Ont
Richard Cook
Michigan
Angus McTavish
Bell Telephone
Duke of Devonshire
LO. D
John Halker
George CG
Templin
Yergua
Actons
Dr. Lowry
W. McNabb
N. Akins
E. Hassard
G. Yates
A. Q. T. Neantmore
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Aixty
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Horeca
Caven
Pya Casca
Maunsell & Alban
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Hockwood
Gil
Saga
Maumiel
Epworth League
Chriatlin Endeavor
Pyetor
Manlo Vennett
EL Pkuve
Addres
Veregowa
Ming Margaret Kennedy
Mr. Hush Campbell
Oriends
Jordan and
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Wormirton
Frank I. Gayern
L. Savern
Wiliam Willans
Lowmanvilly
Afanitay
Ming Verna Dickinson
Hankatchewan
Lorna Kennedy
Joseph Kennedy
York Radial
J. Grimn
Nelson Village
Charles Pollock
Bisa Lydia Elin
Mra
Wm. Bilab
Lake Avenue
James Moore
Dundan
C. H. Moore
Dundas Star
O. J. Watchinson
Misco Kathleen and
Lillan
Minot
W. J
Charles Conway
Church Street
Joseph Allen
Attla Min ‘Thelma
Vina Allen
Owen Sound
Roy McIntosh
Orillia
Hia
Grant
Mrs. McIntosh
Medicine Hat
Alta
Chester Wallace
Montreal
Mra. Wallace
Hugh Wallace
Mr. Wallace
Bronday
J. W. Dodd
Miss Elva
Amos Tipling
Duchanan
Ittle
Im J. B. Lake
Powassen
Lake
Vnes
North Bay
Elo
Waterworka
Muntcipat Council
Schama
Gualph
Uro Congresa- Unnalista
Dipulples
Union of England and Wales
Musde
Quelph Association of Cdapting
Rav. A. A. Hovey
Gall
W. H. Cline
Efternoon
Lang
Kitohoner
Wen
Wey
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Grand’ Ligne
Hav
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Preaton
Mav
T. Wearing
Woodstock
Murrie
Stratford
Qleason
Lakealdo
Zod
Peeuldent
Dayfoot
Georgestown
Harnes Cale
Aisa Welland
Geulph
Ariend
Pines
Ceraldine
John Well
Peonsylvania
Oakville
IW. Johnson
Aramahott Camp
Mr. P. Moore
Eng
Paes Paras
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