16 Jun 1927
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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Jun 16, 1927
Page
1
The minister Rev A G Stewart and assistant A Manss Willow Hirecat lead a Sunday service at Knox Church Acton at 14 00 and 16 00 hours. The sermons titled Qua'n Now Covgnant and True Heathers address local faith topics. The service will call upon parishioners and hear with the choir, etc.
Miss Trinden advertises dressmaking for ladies and children's garments at Main Street. Silo for sale 10x feet in good condition priced cheap for immediate sale by Geo Watson Acton. For rent hall space on Main Street. brick house on Knox Avenue for sale. frame house on Lower Avenue. Card of thanks from Mrs Johnson and children for support after bereavement.
School notices name top performers by class and student, listing Kathleen Mudlozsle Olive Revol Nora Waterhaugh and others with scores. Governing bodies meet to approve accounts, with moves to spend on waterworks supplies, electric Hydro plans, and a dispute over water consumption at J W Hewetson Shop Co.
Jonnaton of the Tikwonburg News was unanimously elected president of the Selected Town Weeklies of Ontario at the annual meeting at the Winward Hotel Toronto. G W W James of Bowmanville Hlateanum and L G Jackson of Now market Era were named vice president and director respectively, with WH G Moga of Grimaby Independent also a director. L Gowe was voted manager of the Association, praised for advancing national advertising, amid calls for further expansion next year. A resolution honored retiring president Co H Hate of the Orillia Packet and noted his ill health.
A fragmented piece notes Acton in Australia sharing its name with Acton England. It mentions Acton in Canberra near the capital, origins from Kumdurra, and a homestead founded by Arthur Jeffreys. It references the Duke and Duchess of York tour, local place names, and comparisons to nearby suburbs and dairy farms.
Invitations from Lieut.-Col. Jamen and officers of the Canadian Machine Gun Corps announce a garden party in Oakville on Saturday from four to six thirty p.m. Local society covers a Knox V. W. A. gathering, Halton Conservatives meeting in Milton, and the Acton Free Library’s 1927 book selection. Community events include a district church parade, a motor accident near Acton, a Blue Springs Park outing, and the Halton Women’s Institute convention in Palermo with officers elected and program details.
The coroner's inquest found no blame on TE W Payne for Norman McLeod's death. Four witnesses said the car moved slowly, the driver believed about 12 mph, and the child darted onto the road near a bridge rail. The jury later stated blame could be attached to W Payne for the accident.
The United Farmers of Acton hosted a sunny afternoon at Blue Ypringa Park featuring ball games and races. West end ladies beat east in married ladies events, while married men claimed most wins. tug of war drew a strong eighteen-man contest before a hearty lunch ended the day.
The United Church announces reopening services on Sunday July 3 after a month in the School Room. The redecoration includes a new ceiling, art glass windows, improved lighting, and a refurbished interior. Rev Clareyce LE Pools of Grinaby will begin the ministry. Rev Mr Moule joins the new charge with a cordial welcome.
Two Guelph fishermen faced Magistrate on Saturday for trespassing by fishing in the Grand River private waters. They pleaded guilty and were fined six dollars each, totaling twenty dollars and thirty cents. Chief McPherson continues patrols. A leading citizen faced Valley Court on Friday, paid fines and expressed regret.
The regular monthly meeting of the Women's Institute will be held at Mrs. Wie Bayer's home on Monday August 17 at 7 o'clock. All members are urged to attend. The note details a social gathering and decorative arrangements for the event.
The Acton community shared a busy social weekend with many visits from Toronto Cobourg London and Detroit residents. Figures named include Mr John Wobbortugh Mrs Join Fruddick Mr Ataniey Mackie and Mrs Gordon Unyward as well as families from Toronto and London visiting friends and relatives in Acton. A hospital update notes Viola Allan recovering after surgery at Guelph General Hospital. The local diary also records engagements travels and attendance at church services and funerals with several Acton residents hosting or visiting over the weekend.
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