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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Mar 19, 1914
Page
2
Fragmented obituary fragment lists the deceased and relatives with scattered locations and dates. Names include Thomas Waly, Morris, Nelvon Mavens widow, and infant heirs Ay and Alyy with dates referencing Thurales Now Oscarie and a late Thomas Waly, reflecting a community burial record.
The Acton Free Press notes debates on granting municipal franchise rights to property owners and a proposed central institution for feebleminded care. It covers provincial legislative moves, a provincial bounty bill for volunteers, and Canada’s white phosphorus prohibition with a House approval. The piece reflects political tensions and government changes affecting policy.
The appointment of J W Elliott to the Milton County Judgeship is praised by locals. Born in Nawigawaya, educated at Milton Elementary and Upper Gansta College, he graduated from Toronto University and studied law before beginning practice. Elliott previously served as Deputy Judge and is expected to succeed Judge Gorka, with public support noted in the county.
A farmer named Hice from Dally Vanlen was struck by a wagon while walking toward Acton. His left foot and toes were crushed, his clothing torn, and he was aided by a passerby who summoned Dr. Urey and Mrs. Hlow. He was taken to General Hospital in Guelph by eight o'clock train. The injured man had a bottle of whisky, which may have contributed to the accident.
Obituaries detail the death of Mary Nelaoa Hurnu and Mary Ane Wilda, honoring widows of Thomas Blaly and John VanVinck Jr. respectively. Mary Nurnu passed peacefully after a long life near Willow Hill and Acton, leaving four daughters and several grandchildren. Mary Wilda, long a Nasagawaya resident, died after a decline in health, survived by three children, and decades of family farming, with funeral services conducted by Rev. D. Trapay in Acton.
The Acton High School Literary Society held an afternoon program featuring readings by Mina A. OBrien and others. A debate argued that higher education provides greater advantage, with the affirmative led by Kathleen Olbborn and Margaret Horniman and the negative by Jayla OBrien and Kibaleed Whites.
An apparent letter or notice from Calgary area sources discusses forming a coalition with Jonny Wood of Guelph to support a fuel for government maintenance of plots by Valri- view Countryside. It urges a bylaw passage and committee action to move the plan forward.
Fragmentary OCR notes indicate a talk on business education at Guelph Business College. Names such as Malcolm MacCormack B.A. Pra appear, with scattered references to instructors, enrollment, and classes. The item suggests a local education feature with emphasis on practical training.
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