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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Mar 20, 1941
Page
5
A compact neighborhood update highlights cross city centers and surrounding communities. Readership is invited to note developments affecting nearby districts and local networks with emphasis on shared resources and access.
A Milton resident, former Stdburne Alley Ann Hemutreat, widow of George Warren, died February 18 at her daughter Mrs. Wead Laughton Avenue Tor onto. In a separate highway accident C G Riddell of Milton suffered cracked ribs after a wheel failure caused his car to overturn near Palermo. Riddell, a town council member, sustained injuries and car damage occurred.
Limehouse community reports the Women Institute war work aims for a fifty dollar objective. The group hosts a St Patrick's Tea at Mrs S Norrie and a Bingo night at Mrs I Scott’s. Euchre party at Mrs Ellerby's yields prizes for high scores and a tea cosy draw won by Mrs Jonathan Lane. Nearby visitors include the Lanes and the Torontonio family, with multiple local households noted.
The Pinegroves Hyss Bees on SS No 7 held their second meeting at Mrs. Cop Davenport’s home on Mareh Sth turning of 4 quilting. Eight ladies attended as guests and a wedding had occurred the week before. Meetings to occur biweekly until quilting finishes with fundraisers and a greencard event planned.
Georgetown residents attended a local engagement last Friday at Acton Town Hall announcing the betrothal of Ednad Mac, daughter of Mrs. Glass and the late Mr. Perry Glass, to Percy Roy Hill, with the wedding slated for March 22. Motorcycles and army trucks rolled through Main Street as hundreds of troops from the Gover General's Horse Guards arrived from Exhibition Park, Toronto.
Mr Crawford Mahan of Kitchener was home for the weekend. Funeral services were held for Ed Leowry in Eden Mills with Rev H Wilson officiating. Ed Leowry died in Edmonton Monday, a brother of James Leowry of Rockwood and Mrs John Mahon of the village. Mrs W Z Bell returned from Toronto after her daughter Willie was ill and operated on at Western Hospital. Evelyn Vansickle of Toronto spent the weekend at home. Norma and Audry Hamilton and Verle Vansickle visited Toronto over Sunday.
Misses Mary and Elian McQuarrie visit with Mrs Thomas McQuarrie and Mr Donald McQuarrie while a crowd attends Erin Dramatic Club entertainment in the Town Hall. Wm Eagies purchases farms Lot 23 Con 9 and Lot 23 Con 10 in Erin from the Wellington Hall estate. Mrs M Thompson, post office assistant, suffers a fractured right wrist after slipping on ice en route to work. George Griffin and wife celebrate their eighth wedding anniversary with friends calling March 7.
Attendees in Rockwood last Friday evening viewed slides on Sunday school mission work in Western Canada during Lenten services at John’s Church. Miss Sayle spoke and drew attention with images including the King and Queen on a royal tour and a van used in her church work. An auction of household effects was conducted by Mr Roy Hindley at the Town Hall on Saturday.
Oakville Pte. C T Fiiface who went to England with the Lorne Scots has returned home due to physical disabilities. Mr. John Magee, a graduate of Appleby, spoke at the Oakville Rotary Club on Monday. His theme was Modern Railroad and Truck Service. The purchase of desks and electric fixtures for municipal offices sparked a heated discussion at Monday's Council meeting.
A heavy winter storm hit the district on Monday, making roads nearly impassable. Snowploughs worked to clear routes as residents noted visits by Mr. and Mrs. Van Norman and others, plus gatherings in Port Credit and Guelph.
A town meeting at the library outlines plans for a large ceremony when the Corvette Burlington is christened at Lakeside Park. Separately a crash on Water Street leaves Gordon Green with facial injuries after colliding with a parked car owned by Dr. N H Mitchell. Regency Park Survey near 116 lots is bought by A S Nicholson and Son Limited, signaling the town’s largest single survey for moderate priced homes, including Birch Avenue designs.
Toronto readers are advised to respect Lent by not pressuring friends to attend parties or to eat meat or sweets during the season. If a friend declines gatherings, schedule events after Easter and avoid offering items like candy or cigarettes to those observing abstinence.
The Department of National Defence announces that veterans of the present war will be officially recognized as ex service men. The plan emphasizes formal acknowledgment and supervised recognition of service, including related teams and activities connected to the program.
A photo dealer in BASE YRACNTY Ireland was fined the equivalent of 20 for acquiring potatoes at a price below the legal minimum. The ruling notes enforcement of price controls and confirms the dealer paid the penalty to settle the matter.
The article reports on council nominations in Acton with candidates urging experience to fill vacancies. Debates focus on efficiency, a garbage collection plan, and lowering the tax rate amid a school board tax increase and borrowing limits.
A report on the Canadian Handicraft Industry notes Quebec aims to enter export markets with woven items. Nine cooperatives raise flax and plan production this year, backed by a School of Domestic Arts and provincial support.
The Canadian Girls in the United Church Celtic Group held a Wednesday meeting in the Sunday School room with about forty attendees including parents and friends. Betty Denails read Scripture, duet by Annetin Yang and Bunny Anderson, violin accompaniments, and a sermon-like talk on fellowship with Christian comrades in Trainings.
STRENGTH TO STRENGTH LONDON CP A new bomber W Speedier fighter and a fleet air arm fighter most heavily armed two seater in any navy are among additions to Britain's air strength.
A 26 year old woman was sentenced to one year in prison by a Portsmouth magistrate after pleading guilty to pocketing sailors in the port area. The case highlighted risks faced by sailors entertaining local crowds.
Nine Bristol schoolboys gave a fine showing as firefighters and authorities appealed for 140 more boys aged 15 to 16 to join a wartime permanent force.
Acton Baptist Church hosts a prayer gathering inviting community members to join. The event focuses on collective intercession and spiritual support within the parish and neighboring neighborhoods.
On March 19th the Anglican St Alban's Church holds Holy Communion at 8:30 and a sermon at 11. Rev. W.G. Thompson of Georgetown preaches. Evening service at 7 features Fivensong. The King calls a day of Prayer for Victory and a Righteous Peace, urging congregants to participate.
Local notice section lists small house for sale and exchange offers, farm equipment, and services. Ads mention Acton Ontario areas with buyers seeking wares, electric repairs, appliances, and job opportunities at the Acton Free Press office.
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