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Newspaper

Acton Free Press

Location

Acton, Ontario, Canada

Date

Mar 17, 1938

Page

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Fog Causes Double Collision at Mill and Young Streets

Heavy fog yesterday led to a two car collision at the Mill and Young Streets corner just after noon. H. Southam of Toronto and M. Williamson of Georgetown collided. Williamson’s car suffered front damage and a shattered windshield while Southam’s sustaining a crumpled fender and left wheel damage. Mrs Williamson, Mrs W J Clave and two children were in Williamson’s car and were badly shaken.

Mill and Young Streets H. Southam Duncan Street Toronto M. Williamson Georgetown Williamson Southam W. J.clave

Institute Arranges Exhibit for Fall Fair

The Woman's Institute met at the Y M C A with Mrs. Reesor presiding. A five minute talk on the motto was given by Mrs. Lants along with current events. Arrangements were made for a list of items to be exhibited at the Pall Pair. Mrs. Reid delegated to the Agricultural Convention and reported helpfully. Mrs. Lantz led a Parts of the Body contest with Mrs. Davidson winning first and Mrs. Lanta second. A social period followed after the National Anthem.

Woman's Institute Y.M.C.A

Thieves Loot Rockwood C N R and Service Station

Provincial and railway police investigate a Rockwood burglary at George Laverty's service station where stock was taken including cigars and tobacco. The O N R station was entered but loot totaled just 70 cents. The telet office was entered with cash taken and tickets, money orders, and stamps left behind.

Rockwood George Laverty O.N.R Teket

Inquest Set For March 30 In Fatal Oshawa Crash

Two people died in a smash west of Acton last week. Peter Pychany of Oshawa released from hospital faces manslaughter charges after police arrest. Funeral services were held in Oshawa for Hilton Lammiman and George Frederick. A memorial moment occurred before a game in Oshawa as 4500 fans observed a moment of silence.

Peter Pychany Oshawa Guelph General Hospital Oliver Cookman Howell Acton Act Joe Dwyer Hilton Lammiman George Frederick Lammiman Oan Prince Street J. W. McNeely King Street Guy Luke Oliver Lane Russell Mount Lawn Cemetery W. Lammiman William

Seed Fair and Junior Judging Competition Highlights

The third Halton County Seed Fair held in Acton attracted farmers from across the county. Oats and barley classes showed strong numbers with fourteen oat exhibitors and twelve barley exhibitors. Cartier Oats shown by Milton Bird of Georgetown won the cereal grains championship and a special prize from Toronto Elevators Ltd. Junior Farmers and Agricultural Society officers won top prizes in sponsor awards. The Junior Farmers judging event drew 47 competitors, led by Arthur McKeown of Acton who received the Seed Trophy. Craig Reid of Georgetown earned the Strathcona Orchards Trophy for fruit and vegetables. Final prize lists include Late Oats win by J E Pearen Acton and others from Georgetown and Milton.

Halton Acton, Huquesing County of Acton Cartier Oats Milton Bird Georgetown Toronto, Elevators Ltd Engel Brampton T. Eaton Co Agricultural Society J. E. Pearen Craig Reid Addison Woodley Milton R. J. Bryden Chemistry George EB. Raithby Animal Husbandry Department OAG Arthur MrcKeown Edwin Hu Hulton Strathcona Orcharts Reeve Victor Hall Trafalgar Colin and W. L. Smith Burlington J E. Pearen Lloyd Fisher Alex McKinney

Service Station Robbed Monday Night at Ritchie & Agmr

Thieves entered the service station at Mill and Young Streets and burglarized candy and tobacco cases. The front door was forced, a window opened, and loot thought pulled from that window. Night Constable Harrop discovered the break about 6 o'clock Tuesday morning as police investigated the incident.

Ritchie & Agmr Mill Young Streets Harrop

Bloomsbury Society Hosts Progressive Euchre Night

Bloomsbury Literary Society held its March meeting in the school house with President Rosas Patterson in charge. A lively program followed featuring instrumental numbers, readings, a duet, and a National Anthem. Prizes for progressive euchre went to Mr. and Mrs. N. McLaughlin. refreshments were served.

Bloomsbury Literary Society Rosas Patterson George Nightingale A. Near M. McLaughlin Coulter Gordon McLaughlin Will Dodda Jim Henderson

Halton Presbyterial W M S Holds Ninth Annual Meeting

The Halton Presbyterial United Church Women held their ninth annual meeting in Trinity Church Burlington with 125 delegates. Highlights included a $8 447.97 year total, talks on China and Korea, memorial service for 15 departed members, and installation of officers led by Helen Day and Rev. Wm Scott.

Hughes Cleaver Burington Auxiliary Halton Mission Band Burlington Band Charles Jolliffe Limehouse China Caldwell Helen Day Dominion Board Korea Wm. Scott J. T. Heslop F. Matheson H. 8. Fiddes Bronte Palermo Burlington Haldimand-Norfolk Alster W.M A. Speight Ellen McKay F. McNiven M. Harbottle M. E. Kirk H Caldwell Walker Grunby W. Tunis A. Marshall

Chief Interfered With Plans Of Money Changers

Three men aroused suspicion among local merchants last Friday by visiting several stores and tendering ten dollar bills. They sought change for large bills, using a car parked off the main street. After Chief McPherson began monitoring their movement the trio fled the town.

Chief McPherson

Plans for 1938 Acton Fair and Arena Booking

Banction approved yesterday for booking a top act for the Acton Fair Arena performance this year. Details will be ratified once engagement is confirmed. Delegates to the Pairs Convention in Toronto reported well. A new women’s pair work branch opened and was praised by Mrs. W. J. Reid at the Board meeting. Ground improvements were discussed and a drive for greater membership urged. The Acton Seed Fair was successful with more exhibits and strong Junior Judging interest. President James Mann led the meeting.

Acton Toronto W. J. Reid James Mann

Irish puzzle page challenges readers this week

Last week's Pusale Poem identified Neuve Chapelle and the award went to Mrs. George Murray. This week on Page Five the same Irish theme continues inviting readers to solve the puzzle.

Neuve Chapelle George Murray Acton

Hockey Club and Council Adjust Financial Matters

Acton Council at a fortnightly session with Hockey Club delegates to settle advertising costs. The club’s half share totaled 16.35 dollars for 1936 37 and 1937 38 with future refunds conditioned on prior year submissions. council also approved settlements on arrears taxes and a promissory note.

J. B Chalmers J. A. Chapman Acton Hockey Club Cary Council C. F. Leatherland E. Jones Acton Public Utilities

Esquesing Relief Winds Down on April Sixteenth

The Esquesing Council met Monday afternoon with Reeve N A Robinson presiding. Payments and relief accounts were approved, noting balances for board of health, insulin for Mrs Corner, and staff costs. By-law 606 seeks a rates collector, as relief is to cease on April 16.

W. A. Wilson G. W. Murray Edwin Harrop C. H. May Province of Alberta Raihway Enquesing

Canadian fascist leaders unite across provinces

Adrien Arcand in Montreal proclaimed a fusion of Canada s three main fascist parties. Joseph C Farr president of the Canadian Nationalist Party was named leader of Ontario fascists. William Whittaker of Winnipeg titled Chief of the Canadian Nationalist Party heads the western group joining Ontario and Quebec factions.

Adrien Arcand Montreal Canada Joseph C. Farr Mer Ontario Quebec William Whittaker Winnipeg

Frick Couple Celebrates Golden Wedding Anniversary

Mr and Mrs W D Frick marked fifty years of marriage on March 6 with a golden anniversary celebration. A cake and card arrived by mail, prompting editor’s notice. The couple, once residents of Acton, shared memories and well wishes from friends and neighbors.

W. D. Prick Mrs. Frick Acton Mfe Prick

Duke of Devonshire Bridge Night Hosts Noted Winners

A bridge event by Group One of the Duke of Devonshire Chapter of the IODE took place in the YMCA gymnasium. Mrs Gould chaired the event with Mrs Barr and Mrs Blow as convener and honorary convener respectively. Prize winners included Mrs J W Jones, Mrs W J Hall, Mr Norman Dryden, and Mr James Rosa.

Y.M.C.A Duke of Devonshire 1.O.D.E Gould W Beatty

Acton Legion Re-Elects Officers For Another Year

Acton Branch of the Canadian Legion re elected all officers at its annual meeting. J M McDonald begins his eighth term as president and F L Wright starts his ninth term as secretary. Honorary presidents are Dr E J Nelson and Dr J A McNiven. Officers include 1st vice president Dr B G Young 2nd vice president J Alger secretary F L Wright treasurer Dr P W Pearen chaplain Rev H L Bennie and executive committee J Chapman F Salt G Musselle and B Baglisa.

Acton Canadian Legion J M. McDonald F. L. Wright E. J Nelson J. A. McNiven J. M. McDonald B. G. Young J Alger P. W. Pearen H. L. Bennie J. Chapman F Salt G Musselle B Baglisa

Eramosa Council Awards Gravel Contract at 50 Cents

The Township of Eramosa council met in Rockwood on March 14 with Reeve Storey presiding. The tender of John McLaren for crushed gravel delivered at 50 cents per cubic yard was accepted and sent to the Department of Highways for approval.

EramMosa Rockwood D. H. Storey Messrs D. D. Gray Albert Lush Wm. J. Pinkney Thos. E. Kelly Wm. J. Pingney John McLaren Department of Highways Wmp J. Pinkney E. Kelly A. Lush

Georgetown ends Harriss Cup with 6 4 win over Acton

Georgetown defeats Acton 6 to 4 in the final Harriss Cup game ending the series. Scorers include Tost Dewhurat and Sanderann for Georgetown and Marao Mooney Norm and Morton for Acton. Acton failed to score in the third period as Georgetown sealed the victory amid fan indifference.

Georgetown Orillant Acton Tost Dewruat Sanderann Marao Dewhurat Mooney Norm Bus Morton K. Richardean Tostami W. Richantaon Chargin Seama Eben

Council Protests Tax Increase By Public Utilities Commission

At a Tuesday meeting Acton township council condemned the jump in tax collection charges from $36 to $150 as laid out by the Hydro Commission. Reeve McCutcheon and Chairman Kerr led the debate with Councillors Jones and Chalmers seeking a compromise of $675. They argued Ontario Hydro dictates policy while the local commission merely rubber stamps. The secretary was directed to notify the Ontario Commission and arrange payment of accounts including Bell Telephone and municipal electric utilities fees.

Esquesing Council W. A. Wilson C. H May G. W. Murray Edwin Harrop N. A. Robinson Milton’ Brick Ltd Toronto Belting Co Jenkins & Hardy Canadian Automobile Service Association Jee. Whitelok Board of Health Je, Jackson Frank Merwick A. Norton Wagstaffe Hollum Department of Health Corner Nell McCallum Meldrum Stark Valuator Bell Telephone Company Acton Public Utilities Commission Crescent Street Jen Hansen Reeve F. McCutcheon R. J. Kerr Public Utilities Commission Reeve McCutcheon Kerr Hydro Reevp Actonaffatra Ontario Commission Jones Ontario Hydro Commission Local Commission Council Chaimera Commission Acton

Acton Community Events and Theatre Notices

Community calendar lists Women’s Institute Bingo in Eden Mills on Friday March 16. Acton Hockey Club annual meeting set for March 23 at 6 p.m. Town Hall hosts Uncle Alec Twiggs show with Little Charlie on April 6 and 7. Friday night double feature Bingo and Old Tyme Dance with 15 games and 3 specials. Admission 2c. Eyes of Love 3 act play by Greenock Literary Society March 23 in Acton Town Hall. adults 26c, children 1c.

Acton Hockey Club Alec Twiggs Charlie Acton Town Hall Acton Citizens’ Band Greenock Literary Society

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