Acton Falls to Oakville After Bright League Run
Acton held high hopes in Halton County Baseball League action with a three game win streak but Georgetown offered little resistance. Gordon tossed six no hit innings and eight scoreless frames as Acton collected 13 hits led by Lamb and Brush. Oakville rallied late, overcoming Georgetown’s pitching to hand Acton a 4 0 deficit and tilt the balance in a game continued on page five.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Milton
Acton
Georgetown
Oakville
Halton County Baseball League
Umnless
Gordon
Lamb
Chimartie
Brush
Footitt
Acton Boys
Bryden
Kelly” McNally
W. Ritchie
Mologzzie
Smith
Andy Ritchie
Mooney
R. Brush
Guthrie
Melozie
Tost
Anderson
Chapman
Molozzie
Ward
McMenemy
Mamarche
Dumarche
Ritchie
Molozse
Guth- the
Larry Ritchie
Molozaie
Aled
Deh
MccNally
Molorgie
Wand
Molokete
Tust
Esquesing Court Reviews Assessments and June Council
A Court of Revision for Esquesing Township met Monday to settle appeals and finalize the 1939 assessment roll. Appeals by Hill Moore Lane and Sykes were heard, with several reductions and refunds noted. The June council session followed, with treasurer actions approved and vendor payments totaling numerous accounts. School boards discussed forming a Township School Area with Public School Inspector Skuce.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Esquesing
N. A. Robinson
W. A. Wilson
Edwin Harrop
G. W. Murray
C. H. May
Wilson
Harrop
Clarence Hill
J. K. Moore
Wm. Lane
Thos. Sykes
Gypeum
G. A. Wilson
T. H. Cook
Arthur Engelby
E. Harculverts
Sam Walker
Georgetown
Skuce
Skucée
University gradumni featured in Acton notes
University of Toronto graduate Ted Hansen son of Commissioner and Mrs C Hansen earned a BA. Hugh Fraser son of Mr and Mrs H I G Fraser formerly of Acton completed Western University at London. Beth Harrison of Toronto daughter of former Reeve C H Harrison passed her second year medical exams. Acton friends offer congratulations to these young folks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
University v
Adtonins
Ted Hansen
C. Hansen
University of Toronto
Tillsonburg News
Hugh Fraser
H. I. G. Fraser
Acton
Western University
London
Mass
Beth Harrison
Toronto
Reeve
C. H.harrison
Knox Presbyterian Women Meet At Mrs Walile Farm Home
The June meeting of the Women's Missionary Society of Knox Presbyterian Church was held at the spacious farm home of Mrs. Donald Walile. Mrs. Hassard presided and opened the meeting. Mrs. Gamble’s Elmira Rally message was repeated. Mrs. Reid sang, Miss Moore spoke on A Village in India, and Mrs. Worden gave an instrumental solo. The gathering closed with a prayer and a dainty lunch followed by a social hour.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Women’s Missionary Society of
Knox Presbyterian Church
Donald Walile
Hassard
W. P. Gamble
Elmira
W. J. Reid
Miss Moore
India
Word
Woman's Missionary Society of the United Church
B. Mowat
Mowat
E.M. Morrow
A. T. Brown
Morrow
J. Symon
E. Hawthorne
F. Kennedy
F. Cleave
R. L. Johnston
Switzer
Stewart
Fergus
Gardiner
Canada
Morton
Caldwell
Jean
Sylva
Lady Bowlers Elect Officers for the Acton Club
The Acton women bowlers held their annual meeting last Thursday. Officers elected include Honorary President Mrs H Elliott and President Mrs J M McDonald with vice presidents, secretary treasurer Miss Marguerite Ryder, and bowling and social committees. A social evening followed at President Mrs J M McDonald’s home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Acton
H. Elliott
J. M. McDonald
W. D. Talbot
H. Holmes
Marguerite Ryder
J. M.mcdonald
Puzzle Poem solution and winner noted
The solution to last week’s Puzzle Poem was Guttural and Mrs P McGill Acton is named winner. Weather may have kept answers scarce. Another puzzle appears on Page Five this week.
Fire protection funding and council tax action at Acton meeting
Acton council debated a new fire pumper and West Main Street water main, with estimated costs around 3500 to 3800 dollars. Officials discussed tax arrears, bailiff duties, and insurance for the fire brigade as the meeting adjourned after reviewing receipts and estimates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Acton
F. J. McCutcheon
Fire Brigade
R. M. McDonald
West Main Street
Pe Reeve
Councl
Bit
Méin
McPherson
Wilson
Council
Jones
R. J. Ramshaw
The
Corporation
Scout Mothers Plan For The Camp At Meeting
The Scout Mothers Auxiliary held their regular monthly meeting at Mrs. van Goozen’s home. They planned the annual Cub picnic and discussed details. Mr. Mason outlined flaws for this year's Scout camp. Hostesses presented a program with a reading by Mrs. E H Vincent and a contest won by Mrs Kentner and Mrs van Goozen. Lunch followed for a social half hour.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scout Mothers’ Auxiliary
Their Majesties Farewell Addresses Summary
Extracts from King George VI and Queen Elizabeth II farewell messages praise peace across the empire and express confidence in lasting friendship. The monarchs note a vast region with no war between neighbors and thank the public for warm memories and support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ireland
Atlantic
Pacific
Tropics
Arctic
George VI
Acton Faces Power Increase and Municipal Claims
A June meeting of Acton's Utilities Commission discussed a proposed power rate rise of 1.00 per horsepower, due to lower peak load, with no immediate rate hike to consumers. An additional $315.46 for four months was noted, and the commission debated supplying cheap offpeak power to municipalities. Details include current rate 28.50 versus 27.50, and a plan to review surplus funds and arrears.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hydro
The
Utilities Commission
F. Stocking
Ontario Commission
Mr. Stocking
Acton
Eeee
Commission
Wilson
Bell Telephone Co
Mill Street
Hydro Commission
Prize Winners From Acton and Georgetown
At the Grand Draw held at St. Josephs Hall Acton and Holy Gross Hall Georgetown prizes were awarded. John Boyle Georgetown won Afghan and Cushion with Ticket B210. John Gulliver Georgetown won Cedar Chest with Ticket 8960. Mrs Rose Bracebridge won Linen Table Cloth and Napkins with Ticket D758. Mrs H Dickie Georgetown won Lace Table Cloth with Ticket D337.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Joseph's Hall
Acton
Holy Gross Hall
Georgetown
John Boyle
John Gulliver
Richard Thompson Drowned at Glen Williams Pond
Richard Thompson, missing since Monday 2:00 pm, was found dead in an old pond at a brickyard near Terra Cotta Glen Williams. Provincial police from Milton and Georgetown Chief W G Marshal located and recovered his body at 6 45 pm Tuesday, suggesting death between 2 15 and 2 00 pm Monday. He had married Saturday to Hilda Lorriman of Glen Williams.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richard Thompson
Milton
W. G. Marshal
Georgetown
Thompson
Hilda Lorriman
Glen Willams
United Church
Acton Band Plans Open Air Park Concert Sunday
The Acton Citizens Band directed by Walter Mendham will give their first open air concert on the bandstand in the Park on Sunday at three o clock. Crowds are expected to attend this popular afternoon event in Acton Park.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Acton, Park
Acton Citizens
Walter Mendham
Lame Stars
Visiting I Lecturer Commends Acton on Its Appearance
An evening lecture by "Dick, the Gardener" for the Women's Institute drew good attendance despite competing activities. Slides showcased planting trees flowers and shrubs with several lucky numbers drawn. Dick praises Acton as one of the richest towns he has traversed and the Institute plans a campaign to boost membership.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Women's Institute
Acton
The
Institute
Poppy Chosen as Fathers Day Flower in Sunday Feature
A Sunday feature marks the poppy as the fathers day emblem while noting carnations honor mothers. The piece contrasts flowers for parents and explains why the poppy represents fathers this year.
Parish notices announce garden party and church events
Community announcements list events including Bt Alban's Garden Party on July 26, a knot festival at a church on June 24 from 3 to 6 pm, Ballinafad Hall staging Lena Rivers on June 21 at 8 pm, Mission Circle auspices with 25c and 10c admission, Halton County Women's Institute district meet June 20 at 9 am, and Acton league game Saturday afternoon with a 3 pm call.
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W.A
Lena Rivers
Ballinafad Hall
Mission Circle
Halton County Women's Institute
Norval
Also Mentioned on This Page
School Area Plan
N. A.robinson
Department of Agriculture
Department _of_ Municipal Affairs
Letter Shop Supply Co
T. H. Ramshaw
C. F
Cecil Chisholm
Henry Wilson
Ant Stark
Acton Public Utilities Commission
Crescent Street
J. M. Bennett
J. Sanford
Father's Bay
Knox W.M.S
U. S
King
Roosevelt
Civilian Conservation Corps
Buckingham Palace
C.C.C
Fort Hunt
Virginia
Jimmie Daganan
Jimmie
W. Chisholm
M. Garvin
M. Nelson
C. Leishman
S. Rushmere
J. Morton
J. Ingles
H. Helwig
Miss W.macmillan
H. Wallace
Knox Avenue
W. MacMillan
MacMillan
Hasi
Queen Elizabeth
W.M.S
Mrs. Morrow
Reve McCutcheon
R. J. Kerr
Waterworks Department
Symon Hardware
Georgetown Lumber Co
Acton Free Press
Force Electric Products
H.E.P.C. of
Ontario
C.N.R. and Transports
Canadian Line Materials Ltd
Suppnos Cee Etree
Line and Cable “Accessories Ltd
Seat Electrics Ltd
Euieaics
E.P.C
Wilbon
Tabor
Com
Bell Telephone Co. Services
Waterworks Dept. Hydro Dept
Glen Williams
Poppy
Alban
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