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Acton Free Press

Location

Acton, Ontario, Canada

Date

Jun 22, 1942

Page

9

Marriages and Deaths Notice Fragment

Wetices of Marriages and Deaths are inserted citers without charge. Baitionsl toe pony. Se Wetices of Marriages and Deaths are inserted citers without charge. Baitionsl toe pony. Se 1 BORN WYTHERS To Corporal and Mrs WwW Withers a daughter on June 11 Heather pow Elliott At the home Churett Street Acton Ontario on Monday June 8 1942 Roland A Elliott beloved husband of Margaret Richards In his 70th year ALLAN At the home of her daughter Mrs Fred Cleave Acton Ontario on Monday June 15 1942 Winnie Masalea beloved wife of Wigget Allan in her 72nd year

Wythers Www. Withers Neo .Yrene Mellor Heather Pow Elliott Churett Street Acton Ontario Roland A. Elliott Margaret Richards Allan Fred Cleave Winnie Masalea Wigget Allan

Harvest Season Promises A Rich Bountiful Yield

The piece notes an early harvest with a plentiful crop and strawberries coming on the market. It mentions cooler wet June weather, expectations for July and August, and local events including Army Week, Father’s Day, sugar rationing starting July 1, and Acton Fair plans. It also corrects a misattribution about funds, notes bowling crowds, and marks Boston Presbyterian Church’s 122nd anniversary services.

Oakville parish parade marks town events and retirements

The Oakville church parade of Gurl Guides and Brownies opened at TKnoew Presbyterian Church. Joel Mackindler, Oakville’s oldest native, died aged 91 at his Pine Ave home. Harry Thornton, charter Oakville Lions Club member since 192? was elected president. Rev Eddy of Hagersville United Church received a unanimous call to replace Rev Gallagher after a congregational meeting.

Tknoew Presbyterian Church Joel Mackindler Oakville van Pine Ave Satur Harrys ‘Thornton Oakville Ligns Club Eo Bro Eddy Hagersville

Milton WB Cements Buys Late Richard White Residence

Milton WB Cements purchased the late Richard White's Martin Street home. Pte Murray Ezrant, once Milton boy, has gone over. his brother Joe also recently left. Town hall renovations updated the entrance fronts. Convocation Hall saw graduates Dines and Alexander with Pharmacy degrees. In a June 4 police court, Judge Robb ordered H C McClure to pay 268 plus costs in a civil suit against Victor Nixon Kilbride. counterclaim of 825 dismissed.

WB Cements Richard White Martin Street Murray Ezarnt Toronto Milton Boyy Joe Ginal Gonton McNab Jean Convocation Hall Oon Duneath Alexander Bachilor Walter. T Robb H.C. McClure Georetown Victor Nixon Kilbride

Death Notices for Roland Elliott and James Allan

Obituaries record Roland Elliott of John Street who died Monday after four years of illness. Born in London England in 1873 he moved to Canada in 1907 and lived in Acton 25 years. Survived by widow three sons four daughters and three sisters. Funeral at John Street home with Rev E A Brooks officiating burial at Fairview Cemetery. Also notes the death of James Edward Allan born 1891 Erin Township who died June 10 1942 in Hamilton General Hospital. Survived by wife Annie Maude and brother Robert. Funeral in Hamilton and Acton with services from United Church clergy and graveside rites at Fairview Cemetery.

Roland Elliott John Street London England Canada Acton William Edward Percy Kingston George Fountaine May Leslie Martin Nellie Aurora Margaret Elliott H. Hinsley Ballam P. Cooper Mitcham Surrey Edith Briatone Hamilton Fairview Cemetery E. A. Brooks St. Alban's Church Jack Chapman Gus Clifford Robert Darby Allan Leishman George Smith Alfred Patrick Thomas Elliott Victor Elliott Milton Lakeside Lo.d.e Storey Glove Co Hewetson’s Brampton Mrrc Mric J. Chapman R. Darby B. Anderson J. Bristowe Reeve J. M. McDonald Ely Masters Tom Elliott Joe Kentner Mist Conway Edith Bristowe McLeod Calaway Jarvis Wm. Elliott Ronald James Edward Allan Ontario Hamilton General Hospital Allan Erin Township United Church Prudential Insurance Company Dundas Annie Maude Allan Robert Robert Allan Grant Allan C.A Acton 4 A. Walter Fosbury L. A. Kennedy Jesus Fairview Hiamilton Grant Allan Cats Robert Atkin Fe BO Nicklin Elmore Johnston Wesley Sehelland Hugh Kennedy Grant Alan Elmore Johnasten Hugh Kennelly Wilmer Watkins John Watkins Wesles Senefl Marrs Bailes Maude Brandon Hugh Renneds Bernare Campbell McRar

Tall Kay Vallon Shines In Hollywood Roles

Hollywood profile notes Kay Vallon at six feet four inches and unfazed by tall stature. The feature recalls her rise from a Viegfeld show girl to a movie star, with mentions of family origins, personal quirks, and a peek at industry life in the era.

Hollywood Calit Kay Vallon Vallon Viegfeld Miss Watson Ties Basfield Wis

Ontario Fishing Trip Amid War Time Restrictions

A June Ontario fishing party of a manufacturer farmer wholesaler and newspaper editor enjoyed hospitality at Haliburton county hosted by Hartley Harrison. They caught twenty four lake trout with several four to five pounders, faced rain, and shared humorous tales while discussing rural life and campaigns back home.

Canada Northland Jtacema Toronto M Xinesman Ontario Haliburton Reeve Hartley_Harrison Haliburton County Lake Boskuing Caorthern Messrs. A. Mason GA Dis Acton Harold Cleave Georgetown Dro A. Patterson Wm. Dunran Hartley Harrison

No More Eyes For Shampoos

London food ministry officers probe home beauty preparations amid claims women used eggs for shampoos ink powder and fresh milk flour oils butter or cucumbers as beauty aids. Prosecution possible if misuse proven.

London Food” Ministry

Letters From Acton War Helpers In England May 1942

Soldiers from Acton write home about rain on English land, meeting Acton peers, and gratitude for the Free Press and cigarettes sent by the Acton War Service League. They praise the townsfolk’s help in war effort and send cheerio wishes to loved ones back home.

England Mr. Dills Acton Acton War Service League F. L. Tournour Canada Mr. Dills and Ney Elgiott

Bread waste blamed by British Food Minister Woolton

London reports that Food Minister Woolton says bread waste is greater than any other food item in Britain. He notes bread is so cheap that people do not fully appreciate its value.

London Britain Woolton

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