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Newspaper

Acton Free Press

Location

Acton, Ontario, Canada

Date

Jun 30, 1955

Page

3

Best Attendance Ever at United Church Picnic

The annual United Church Sunday school picnic at the Breezes drew the largest attendance yet. Frank Bean and his committee ran the sports as adults and complete families gathered. numerous class winners were listed among many participants.

United Church Frank Bean Arlene Gomion Ann Symon Brenda McKeown Nancy Lambert Marlene’ Heatley Suzanne ‘Adams Carol Fetterly Heather MicGeachie Connie Barber Cunningham Pat ‘Quennell Arlene Gordon Ralph ‘Nellis Morley Short Betty Way Lambert Billy McKeown Stevie‘ Wolfe Mr. Neil Keith Andrews Teddy Wardlaw Mrs. Bean Katherine. Garrett Elizabeth Force Fred Gordon Dave Dedels Garnet Roszell Mr. McKeown Dale Woodburn Paul Elliott Mr.McKenzie Bob. Coxe Emerson . Baxter

Summer Wedding Solemnized in Brampton Church

The marriage of Miss Hendrika Willemina Bosman and Mr Reina Gerrit Wikkerink was held last Friday at the Presbyterian church Brampton with Rev J Van Harmelen officiating Their bridal gown was white lace over tulle with a lace jacket and heart shaped lace headdress The couple will reside in Acton The Bosman parents from Holland attended with other relatives and out of town guests came from Wallaceburg Port Lambton Becher Trenton Jarvis Georgetown and Brampton

Hendrika Willemina Bosman E. A. Bosman Aalten Holland Reina Gerrit Wikkerink W. Wikkerink J. van ‘Harmelen Christian Reformed Church of Brampton Station Hotel Wallaceburg Port Lambton Becher Trenton Jarvis Georgetown Mrs. Wikkerink Acton

Knox Ladies' Aid Holds Summer Meeting in June

Mrs A M McPherson hosted the Knox Ladies' Aid June meeting with President Mrs F J McCutcheon presiding. Scripture was read by Mrs A Aikens and prayers led by Mrs Moran. Plans for a church picnic at Mrs R Davidson were outlined along with a social in late summer.

Knox Ladies’ Aid A. M. McPherson Arthur Sr F. J. McCutcheon A. Aikens Moran R. L. Davidson A. Mann McPherson McCutcheon F. Anderson Mrrs George Somerville A. K. Mann Linda Mann R. M. McDonald

Friendly Circle Picnics at Breezes

A pot luck supper at the es began the closing meeting of th United church Friendly Circlé on Wednesday of last week. About 50 members enjoyed the meal in the open air. They were divided into four groups for a program of games. One game involved searching through copies of the Free Press for word groups. The Friendly Circle will begin activities again in the fall.

Th United Church Friendly Circlé Friendly Circle

Special Program Ends Year’s Work by Baptist Explorers Bands

The Explorers and Mission Bands of the Baptist church closed their year with a Friday night program. Mrs. J. Chapman led worship with verses prayers and hymns. Geoffrey Morris read scripture and Charlie Sunter showed a sample of woodworking. Donna Landsborough and Sand Cripps sang solo parts in the Mission Band. Baby Band sang Jesus Loves the Little Children under Mrs. W. Gordon. Mrs. Costerus directed the Mission Band and slides on Crusading for Christ in Bolivia were shown. A social time followed with lunch served by Explorer girls.

Explorers Mission Bands the Baptist Church J. Chapman Geoffrey Morris L. Bulmer Charlie Sunter Mission Bang Sand Cripps Donna Landsborough W. Gordon Jesus

Baptist Picnic at the Breezes yields class race winners

At the Breezes Saturday afternoon the Baptist Sunday school picnic named winners in nursery Ruth Cost erus Linda Gordon, beginners Joanne Landsborough, girls Shirley Cohen Susan Cohen, boys Keith Dunk Bert Tripp, primary Lyal McCutcheon, teachers three leg Mary Reid Costerus, and various novelty races led by Mrs Gordon and Mr Costerus with Landsborough and Tripp teams.

Baptist Charles Sunter Mary Reid Mr. Costerus Gordon Bob Landsborough Wagner Ruth Landsborough John Tripp Costerus John Ralph Tripp

Farewell Tea Held for Rev. E. A. Currey at Knox Manse

Members of the Ministerial Association and their wives hosted a farewell tea at Knox Manse last Thursday for Rev. and Mrs. E. A. Currey. Also present were Rev. and Mrs. R. H. Armstrong and family Rev. and Mrs. Evan Jones Pastor and Mrs. Costerus and family Rev. and Mrs. Groenebeer and daughter. A recording of the voices was made as a memento.

E. A. Currey Ministerial Association Knox Manse Currey R. H. Armstrong Evan Jones Costerus Groenebeer Mr. Currey

Kwaguilh Indians Dance Highlight Announced

Chief Mungo Martin announced that Tsa Ka dances of the Kwaguilh will be shown publicly for the first time in Victoria. He said the performances help perpetuate Indian culture and teach youths history and mythology of the tribe.

Victoria (Cp Mungo Martin

Surprise Gifts For The Curreys At Farewell Service

A farewell gathering for Mr and Mrs Currey featured songs by Frank Geer and Nancy Lambert, a hymn and prayer, and remarks by Rev Curser. Gifts included a chestnut chair, a table lamp, two purses, a lace tablecloth, a record, and a long playing album as the congregation wished them success.

Tone Londo Jack McGeachie Wat Corse Whitek Frank Geer Ami Nancy Lambert George Ellott Currer Curcer Rosie Oe Mivcre Wes Currey Chestertete McGenchie Wes Curree Tre Wms Currey Ems Ge Gagow Orpheus Choir Te Same School

Anglican Picnic Draws Over 180 at St Alban’s Axsglite

Over 180 attendees enjoyed the St Alban’s Anglican picnic at the Olg Mill Guelph. The event featured games and races directed by the Sports committee, with awards and gifts for winners including village ladies and girls from 3 to 9.

Anna Sundar St Alban Taina Mendecerr Williamsen Fiasa” Bowe Barry Townsend Uni Jackie Lee Miriam Patriot Ken Ball Frank Gearee N. Price Thomson Bob Jones Ted Tyler Bob Ana Pas Ees Face Saget E. Exeter Babe Box Ies Barrow George Lee Peter Newton Dianne Cimtor

The Talking Machine Bell's Invention Has Come a Long Way

The article traces Alexander Graham Bell view of the telephone from its conceptual start to a vast communications system. It notes Bell born in Edinburgh on March 3, 1847 and his work with Visible Speech guiding his path toward transmitting speech over wires.

Alexander Graham Bell Bell Edinburgh Scotland Alexander Melville Bell Graham Bell Canada Brantford Ontario Boston Ates

Lace Cloth by WA Mes Garey Gare Lace Cloth

Readable fragments describe a lace cloth item associated with WA and Garey Gare. The text mentions fabric type and origin hints, but details are incomplete.

Unclear OCR Text About School Notes and Committees

Fragments mention committees and teaching notes with uncertain names and phrases. The passage appears to reference teachers and a modern topic but lacks coherent details or dates for a fuller summary.

War drill and trench maneuvers during exercise near Georgetown

The report covers a military training exercise with Warner’s A Company under Major J. Koeiell. Units defend Centre Ridge against a Tarne Seats assault, including Arter Mill and Georgetown platoons. The afternoon sees reversals, officer review, and a temporary truce for meals as Northern Ontario and 17th Hamilton observers watch.

Towarag Campbell Warners RHLL J. K. Oeiell

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