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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Jun 27, 1946
Page
8
A nostalgic reminiscence recalls a father’s precise plowing across a stubborn hill. The speaker reflects on the lasting furrows, a sense of obligation to surpass them, and a belief in a guiding force that kept the lines true.
Twenty years ago residents marked Canada fifty ninth birthday with a park picnic at Stanley Park Erin. Teachers later picnicked at Stanley Park honoring Misa Craig. Prospects for Prospect Park improvements included a bandstand and motor camp seating. High Park Tennis Club joined Acton for a June 26 friendly tournament. Married Brown Stewart ties different families at Court Street Milton. Died Fyfe Jennie McMacken widow of Joseph Pyre ex reeve of Acton in her 70th year.
Wolf Cubs prepare for a softball game against younger Scouts as part of next week’s picnic activities and anticipate receiving badges. The outing marks the informal end to regular Wolf Cub work until fall with possible hikes and an overnight trip for seasoned Cubs.
The Bank of Montreal promotes its loan service with a rate of one half of one percent per month or 2c per month for a $100 loan repaid in twelve monthly installments. Manager W H Clayton urges borrowers to discuss needs to see how ready money can pay for itself through cash discounts and convenience.
A Sunday School lesson emphasizes belief and witness in Mk 16 15 16 19 20 and Ac 2 46 47 3 42 Exposition notes Christ authority over the Old Testament and the need for proof of resurrection. It urges readiness for missionary power from on high and devotion to teaching fellowship breaking bread and prayer.
Stewart on Portland Canal, 125 miles east of Prince Rupert, poised for a boom as miners and mining firms renew activity. Town sees new store and restaurant amid rising prices and real estate growth. population 374 at last census, officials predict over 700 by summer.
The Grace Mission Band met at Miss Hed’s home with the president in charge and readings by Miss Reid and Miss McPhail. Church notices recall missionary education, a wedding at Central United Church, and local visits. A funeral in Saskatoon, a hospital discharge, and a 22 inch trout catch near Campbellville add to a wide range of community items.
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