Minstrel Show Packs Wall Brings Galaxy Local Talent
Acton’s latest minstrel event drew packed houses for two nights with a large local cast and strong choruses. The One-Act play Jealousy Plays Part impressed, while the Minstrel segment featured blackface numbers and a full orchestra. Chinese Relief Fund donations topped 100 dollars as readers note ongoing support for allies.
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Galaxy
Acton
Canada
Mr. A. Mazon
Fred Salt Ot
Charlie Landaborough
Cornet
A. Mason Cornet
Rudolph Spellvogel
Wellington Hall
Vio
Chas
Mra. J. C. Matthews
Marie
Anne Holmes
Mrs. Merryweather
Meryl Kirkness
Christmas Cheer in German POW Camp Amid Red Cross Aid
A letter from CS.M. John Irving describes life at Camp Stalag in Germany where he, a prisoner of war, recovers in hospital after the Dieppe raid. He notes Christmas preparations, special meals funded by the Red Cross, ward Christmas trees, and games like cribbage chess checkers and bridges. He urges readers to support the Red Cross to continue these comforts for prisoners of war.
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Cs.m. John Irving
Red Cross
Crosses Celebrate 38th Wedding Anniversary
On Saturday the 28th a surprise party was held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. H. Waterhouse for Mr. and Mrs. Robert Cross on their thirty eighth anniversary. Friends and relatives from out of town attended including Mrs. Elmer Ireland and family, Mr. and Mrs. William Bradshaw and Marlene, Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Bradshaw and family, Mr. and Mrs. John MacCallum and Mrs. Marlon Clayton, Miss Lian Rigby of Guelph and several Acton neighbors. Gifts marked the occasion and a lunch was served by the three daughters after the presentations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. Waterhouse
Robert Croax
Elmer Ireland
William Bradshaw
Marlene
Gerald Bradshaw
John MacCallum
Marlon Clayton
Mies Lian Rigby
Guelph
Reed Couple Celebrates Golden Fiftieth Anniversary
Mr and Mrs J H Reed mark their fiftieth wedding anniversary with family at their Malin Street home Acton residents for forty years. He served on the School Board and both remain active in church and community affairs.
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J. H. Reed
Malin Street
Evin
Buss Johnston
Joseph Edpe
H. B. Christie
Thos, Statham, Baker
Acton
W. H. Brown
Orangeville
Mra
Reed
R. L. Johnston
Mimosa
Huey Brignall
Luella
Harold M. Reed
Douglas
Robert Brignall
Wallace Reed
Helen Reed
Canadians Ready to Strike in Western Europe Says Grigg
Weekly war commentary notes Secretary Grigg telling the House that Lt Gen McNaughton’s Canadian army will soon launch a second front. It recalls their training, North Africa battles, Dieppe raid, and prior Canadian expeditions as possible spearhead for invasion of Nazi-occupied lands.
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James Grigg
House of Commons
A. G L. McNaughton
Europe
Britain
North Africa
North
Veeland
Spitzbergen
Ubling
Dieppe Lnst
France
Paris
McNaughton Hay
Service Your Funds Give To Overseas Boys
Acton and district supporters send monthly funds to supply cigarettes and warm parcels for soldiers overseas. This week readers share thanks and brief notes from recipients praising the gifts and sock knitting, with a long list of contributors and names mentioned.
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Acton
Frank VanWyck
A. Johnson
Bill Caldwell
K. Frank
Tom Nicol
M. G. Campbell
Moffat
Hodgins
N. A. Price
Arthur Ford
W. Godfrey
D. McDonald
W. C. Jones
G.C. Wallace
Peter Walker
J. H. Algers
W. R. Eliott
J. Moore
R. C. Wilson
Jim Wallace
Florio Tournour
G. W. Strogan
Max Storey
J. Scriven
J. McHugh
G. C. Allan
G. L. Airdrie
R. Big
Acton Utilities Commission Reports Hydro Profit For Year
The Acton Public Utilities Commission held a regular meeting chaired by C M Manson with J W MacArthur present. Hydro Department shows a net surplus of 3007.80 for the year and total revenue of 526,615.76 against operating and fixed charges of 549,501.46.
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Acton Pub
Vc Utilities Commission
C. M. Manson
Acton
Donwadle
Neptune Meters
G. G. Coursing
Ile.p.c
Ontario
Commission
Canadian Wool Co
Mira B. H. Speight
Local youth jailed thirty days on charges
Donald Palmer of Acton was sentenced to thirty days in jail after pleading guilty to two charges. The court noted he had previously been at liberty on good behavior conditions that he failed to meet and admitted taking a car without consent. In Milton, five youths aged 17 to 21 faced various offenses.
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Donald Palmer
Acton
Cilet Harrop
Milton
March Meeting of St Alban's Guild at Mrs Gibbons
The March meeting of St Alban's Guild met at Mrs C Gibbons home with small attendance. The group planned knitting for the Navy League and sewing for the Red Cross, set a cadre date, and closed with benediction and social time. Mrs Fred Stuckey invited the group to her home for the April meeting.
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ST. Alban's Guild
C. Gibbons
Nelles
Texas
Navy League
Red Cross
Fred Stuckey
Church Street
Guild
Ottawa Budget Forecast Keeps Tax Plan On Track
Finance Minister Haley announces adoption of a pay-on-you-go tax system in the 1943-44 budget. Net revenue projected at 2.291 billion while expenditures total 5.5 billion. Minor changes target income and investment taxes, with 50 percent forgiveness for 1942 taxes and revised filing deadlines. The pay-on-you-go plan takes effect April 1.
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Haley
House of Commons
Asley
Wales
Mrs Fairclough Speaks at Y O D E Meeting
Mrs Fairclough, Provincial Secretary of the Imperial Order Daughters of the Empire, addressed Lakeside Chapter members at a Crat meeting hosted by Mrs Amos Maxon on Weden day afternoon. She outlined the Order's wartime and peacetime efforts and urged democratic commitment. A gift was presented by Mrs E Barr.
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Duke of Devonshire
Imperial Order Daughters of the Empire
Amos Maxon
Bower Ave
Youmblot
Wark
Fairclough
Phils National Organization
Fairelough
E. E. Barr
J. C. Matthews
E. Harrop
W.G. Cullen
Lankealde
Erin Township Red Cross Campaign Seeks $1400 Quota
Due to impassable roads the Erin Township Red Cross canvass will be late in March. Campaigners will call for contributions toward the $1400 Erin quota to aid humanitarian relief for allies, troops, and prisoners of war, per Mrs. Reynolds, president.
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Erin
Red Cross
Reynolds
Red Cross Seeks 3200 from Acton District Drive
In Scout Week activities Acton youth showcase demonstrations from Wolf Cubs and Boy Scouts under leaders. Major Watson of Red Cross HQ to present war pictures and conduct a March meeting planning a drive directed by A Mason. The drive aims to raise 3200 with emphasis on Red Cross food parcels for prisoners of war and ongoing relief, noting two million parcels sent overseas and the importance of accurate delivery acknowledgements.
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Nla
Acton
Ha Feider
Chas
Minasan
al Hon
Brooks
Cobinster
Cabo Mesthiga
Punes
Teoah
Kim
JU M Roulton
Major Watson
Hed Cross
Towh Hall
Harlet Hed Cross Society
Panticipate
Dominion Caum- Palen
A. Mason Wan
Wathan
Red Crow
Planne
Chol
Chad
Axin
Belttah Speburnen
Contalna Buffies
Comnda'a Nutrition Exerty
Red Cross
Germany
France
Yinly
Africa
Great Britain
Canada
Australia
Canda
Red Cros
World Day of Prayer Observed in Acton Churches
Acton churches unite for World Day of Prayer at Knox Church Friday at three in the afternoon. The service is presided by Mery F S Blow and all are welcome to attend.
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Acton
Knox Church
Mery. F.S. Blow
Championship for Badminton Decided At Tournament
Final round of the badminton tournament was held last Friday night at WiMLC. Winners Florence Salt and Gordon Beatty defeated Frances Dilla and George Hollinger in ten games. Trophy presentation follows at the annual meeting with the Yoanda minkitute keeping the yearly award. A strong contest drew a large crowd to watch the matches.
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Wimlc
A. Miks Florence Salt
Gordon Beatty
Misa
Frances Dilla
George Hollinger
Remaian
Ramos
Esquesing Council Reports Surplus in Annual Statement
Esquesing Township held its regular meeting led by Reeve C. T. May. Deputy Reeve Murray and councillors approved the annual statement from Jenkins & Hardy showing a surplus of 920.22 for the year and passed road and general accounts for payment. A by law appointed K C Lindsay as Treasurer. next meeting set for April 5.
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Faquesing
Counce
G. Ww
Murray
Geo
Bell ‘Telephone Co
Jenkins A
Exquealng
March Meeting of United Church Women's Association
The United Women’s Association held its regular monthly meeting at Mrs. W. Evans home with Mrs. Ivan Harris presiding. Devotions led by Mrs. Harris and Mrs. Reid. Janlex quilting items for sale. Lunch courtesy of Mrs. Evans with helpers. A social followed and gratitude voiced for hospitality.
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United Women's Association
Mra W. Evans
Ivan Harris
Mra. Harris
Mra. S. Reid
Evans
J. Harris
B. Veldhuls
R. L. Johnson
Uttle Betty Mac Fosbury
Lakeside Chapter Installs Officers for the Year
Lakeside Chapter LO DE held a Tuesday meeting at Mrs. C F Leatherland’s home. The new officers were installed with Mrs. W C Cullen receiving the charter as regent. A War Service League donation was voted and plans for a St Patrick’s party were made. The meeting ended with the National Anthem.
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Lakeside
Lo.d.e
C.F. Leatherland
W. C. Cullen
War Service League
St. Patrick's
Pie Social Debate and Dance at Bloomsbury School
Announcement lists events at Melnes Cin Events under a thin heading. A pie social debate and dance occur on Tuesday March Standard at Bloomsbury School to raise funds for Chinese Belief and London Distress. Admission 25 cents with a two cent minimum charge for any announcement. Ladies supply ples.
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Melnes
Bloomsbury School
London
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Mary Heid
Victor Alger
F. L. Wright
Adam Stewart
C.W
de Messiesec Succes
Mrs. Cross
Cross
Svent
Weilien
Ht, Ul, Gordon - Dian Prees
Hydro
Hydro Dept
H. . McDonald
Force
Superior Electric Ltd
BO MacDonall Electric Ltd
Smith
Canadian National Express Co
Express BO Grand &Toy
Oc. Matthews
Dept. of National Revenue
Ottawa
Westton
Mrs. Fairclough
Y.O.D.E. Meeting
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