Acton Utilities Meeting Notes On Public Service And Lighting
Acton council members and executives from Hydro and Bell Telephone discussed routine public utilities matters. Letters urged employer action on artificial respiration training and service adequacy. Hydroelectric, waterworks, and tax items totaling 4 030.88 were recorded, plus plans to light Main Street for a July street dance and to move drinks to the local ball.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Acton
Tuewluy Oventay
Ulead
Uae
Treove
Mc McDonald
Comantsataner
Fansen
M. Symon
Ttn
Hydra Dope
Bell ‘Velephone Co
Sepvlcon
Ellis & Howard Ltd
LAI Ceorge Mardonatd & Co
W. St. Landbrook
Dept. of Nath Revenue
Matthews
Sita
Acton Fire Brigade
Yalcla
Unemployment claims office reiterates suitability rule for benefits
Official notes claimants may not be forced to accept unsuitable work under the Unemployment Insurance Act. Manager Mr Suffield explains disqualifications and stresses benefits hinge on accepting suitable employment only. He adds that offices will assist claimants, but bias toward wage levels and local conditions guides suitability.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tinem-Loyment Insurance Commission
TH. OG. Suffield
Biv.ployment and Clams
Guelph
Suffield
Sufeld
Ftoo
Norman Cutting Receives Gunshot Injury at Acton Home
Norman Cutting, aged 11, was injured when a gun discharged in his hand at his home. He was rushed to Guelph General Hospital where doctors said he would be kept under observation for several days.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alorm
Acton Os mM
Guelph General Hospital
Geo Malozzi Among Group Who Raided Germany
Geo Malozzi of Acton is listed among a group of Canadian airmen who met the King and Queen after a raid on Cologne. Reports note his hockey fame and modesty, with pilots recounting the mission and a night squadron role in the German pounding.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Set. Geo. Malozzi
Germany
George Malozzi
Acton
Alrmen
Kline
Queen
George
Conia
Cologne
Masson
PKI
Sergeo, Molazzi
Georgetown hockey star dies overseas service
Walter Frank Sheeney of Georgetown, a noted hockey player for several years, died while on overseas duty. He served as Acting Sergeant and was regarded as one of the team's best players. Word of his passing came from Mrs. Bierence Voat of Georgetown.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Georgetown
Dlatriet
Waltert Frank
Sheeney
Tout
Bierence
Masonic Service Held Sunday in Campbellville
Campbellville saw a joint Masonic Church Service at St David's Presbyterian Church. Ministers Rev John C. MacNeil Rev J B Moore and Rev J F Gallagher spoke with Rev Gallagher delivering a sermon on The Temple of God urging the brotherhood of man. Guest soloist Miss Marjorie Chiwson from Millan performed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Campbellville
Moore
St. Clair
St David's Presbyterian Church
John C. MacNeil
J.B. Moore
J. F. Gallagher
Rey Mp
Gallagher
Gea
Brotherhood of Man
Marjorie Chiwson
Millan
Public School Pupils Collect Scrap Rubber Campaign
Pupils from Acton and nearby areas collected scrap rubber from June 16 to 22. The effort yielded 292 pounds of pure rubber valued at 276 shillings, with the total funds donated to the War Services League. The campaign featured grade level prizes and local supervisory staff overseeing the drive.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Acton
Frdas
Chude
Trophies Won at Halton Junior’s Achievement Day
Halton Junior’s Achievement Day awarded trophies for best team effort coach’s trophy high scoring individuals and cattle judging prizes. Notable recipients included Gordon Lea, Kev Methoil, Donnald Robertson and John Vanulelde among others with judges from agricultural groups visiting local farms and noting divestment efforts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Halton
Patermo
Gordon Leake
Fens Ware
Kev Methoil
Dnck
Glandennig
Pyte Bamnerville
C.nle
Mig
Noview Kerwin McPuel
Actin
Donnald Robertson
Cerint Allan
Acton
Donen Campbell
Waller Tata
Mitton
Cub Picnic Draws Four Communities to Acton Park
About seventy five Wolf Cubs from four communities joined the Cub Jamborees in Acton Park last Saturday afternoon. Acton claimed a fine showing with Milton winning best display and Cubyville taking a top palate prize in a lively afternoon of games and races.
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Acton Park
Ug Hewan
Thad
Acton Pach
Milton
Pality
Acton
Madley
County Assessment Unchanged Amid War Charity Debates
A Halton-Milton Peel meeting discussed continued county aid to the Children's Aid Society amid wartime strain. Speakers urged extra welfare staff for Mr Thompson, with proposed funding 1400 to 1500 dollars annually plus travel, and considered grants to local societies and Red Cross branches. Resolutions urged County to employ extra welfare worker for duration of war and allocate funds to Milton Acton and Halton areas.
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Children’s Aid Society
Caunfis
Alten
Peel
Trouxe
Elivey
Oaise
Thompson
Canne
Whantpsomr
Gilbert
Ciiert
Enbert
Dinbert
Dagen
Amon Mason
Acton
J. McGuire
Chiaphell
Oakville
Resoluthon Wak Panneal
McGuire
Halton and Poe Children’s Aid
Sotiety
Extea
Acton Sailor Writes Home From Australia and Oceans
An Acton sailor recounts months spent in enemy waters and a long voyage toward home. He describes Australia’s rain and population, naval engagements, and hopes for a section east or northwest from the port of departure. He asks friends to write back and mentions plans for leave after a year abroad.
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Acton
Dome Wan
Bo ‘Tourcher
Utbern
Jonlwa
Larne
Yrens
Miost
Australia
Ehounand Islands
Eowirne Abbey
Laan
Milion
Emer
Fisten
Twan
USA
Nba
Addi
Tulso
Halifax
Vancouver
Downg T Wints
Hob Hara
Verne Wheeler
CSM
Alger
Cigarettes Arrived for Boys Serving Overseas
April shipment of cigarettes reached the War Service group in Acton and vicinity for soldiers overseas. Names listed include Pte Mecenchite, Pte Bobithatge, Gar Be Branch, Pte Storey, Pte Stewart, and others. Payment and delivery details are noted with thanks to contributors.
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Acton
Oon
Tien Wayten
Higtby
Cassidy
Clifford
Tine
Binley
Sale
Officers Named Committees Formed for Red Cross Work
Resignation of Mrs Mason as convenor led to a meeting where Mrs Alt McLenn was chosen as convenor of the Red Cross Work Room. New committees include Mrs Wentty as a member and others led by Mrs A Hea rn as convenor with packing, shipping, quilting, and canteen duties assigned to named members. Johnny Gray, popular YMCA supervisor, leaves Acton for Prince Rupert to serve in war services during the duration of the war, Acton folk express regret at his departure but wish him well.
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Dar
Malton
Wwe
Alex Near
Harold Cleave
Othe County
Millon
Bikgatesing
Acton
Wys Hall
Dor Heslop
Phalton Agricultural Society
Comnelo
Red Cross
Cleargetown
Fred Cesar
Milton
Meo
Amos Maxons
County Buildings Committee
Min Oa
Mason
Manuay
Alt McLenn
Tanteeen
Johnny, Gray
LOLD ED Prize Awards At Acton Public School
The Acton Public School district held its annual prize event presenting prizes to high achieving pupils. Winners include Christwat Lacie, Devon Veabegger, David Richardson, Kelly Hurkbalder, Johanan Veldhine, Yedday Rachlin, Kay Everdoll, Kathe Corry, Ethel Hunter, Lorraine Valiant, Marten Feyer, Juan Cohen, Hanny Anderson, and Cieotye Elliott across Grades 1 through VI.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Prevanstine
Acton
Chirtwate Lacie
Devn
Bamber Tunala
Aid Service League raises funds for boys overseas relief
The Aid Service League reports over 3000 raised since formation. Expenditures include 2925 on donations and 2602 on yarn purchases plus 9750 for cigarettes and essentials for the boys overseas. Donations to multiple relief funds total 1108 50 with 219 02 misc. They plan boxes containing food and clothing and list events for June and Dominion Day activities.
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Acton
Children's Milk Fund
Red Cross
SS No 7
Nussagawesa
Wn Tramavis Ponte
Orvents
Acton Arena
Nassavaweya Honors First Son At Memorial Service
A large Nassavaweya congregation gathered Sunday at United Church to honor Clayton Taylor, son of Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Taylor, killed in action overseas. Local officials and Legion members attended as wreaths were placed and a tribute prayer and hymns were offered, reflecting on wartime sacrifice and duty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ebenezer
Clayton Taylor
Bibeneger United Church
Clayton ‘Payton
Moffat
Mia Alfred Yaylor
Chernay
Anon Uowe
Mainy
Fenehora
Alee
Taylor
Tim
Nawugaweyn Council
Churete Aw
Actan and Clateret
Legion
Hees Chu
Naxsangoweya
Byron
George Musaette
Anton Legion
Local Community Gatherings and Fundraisers Listed
Coming events include picnics, dances, and bingo nights across Acton. Events feature Knox Church picnic on July 15, Jitney Street Dance, Port Hulls Orchestra, and a grand bingo tournament at Acton Arena with a Maize prize. Proceeds support war work and Red Cross, with other church and talent program notices.
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Acton Arena
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Hydro
Apring
Norman Cutting
War Services Lengue
London
Dh “Cpo
Oministri At Foot
Bn Fallanwen
Herandion
Dateys Cattle Tack
Hamilton
Preetin
Mason Kaitting ‘Raphy
John Vanulelde
I Verna
Thos
Makelack ‘Praphy
Daniel Pear
Mab Tau
Tien
J BE Whitelack
Furma
Kawin Elerrap
Cub Picnic
Ocidbert
Saprly Tooth
Y.m.cla
West Coast
Acton School
Aid Service League
Hevelationn
St. John
Viekoragit
Cerawn
Hhotne
Carelid Ora
Knox Church
Thed
Arton Fire Brigade Ports Hull
Acton Town Hall
The
Happy Four
Dorts Halls
Acton Branch Bible Sonety
Wo McCleary
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