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Newspaper

Acton Free Press

Location

Acton, Ontario, Canada

Date

Mar 21, 1918

Page

7

Marriages Deaths and Remembrances in Local Notices

Fragmented OCR records show marriages and deaths with names and dates. Instances include a DillMactide wedding at a home in Avion with George Arlor Dill marrying Tana Victoria, and kingsbury family notices with Jotan Mth conceyuion. In memoriam notices honor Mary Ann Wilda and baby Andorayn with brief reflections on faith and loss.

Leiibridrge Alto I. Mrown Dill Mactide Unb Tower Avion Meg Wityan George Arlor Dill Tana Victoria Alice Macpherson Actan Pied Bennett le Onry Andorayn Aldo Christ the Shepherd H. A. Come

Ontario and national reform measures in early 20th century

The piece outlines proposed amendments to the Toiney Act raising compulsory school age to sixteen and placing truancy under school trustees rather than municipalities. It notes women becoming eligible as truancy officers and discusses daylight saving timing, with expected adoption in Canada. Ontario Temperance Act reforms address Dominion Order-In-Council changes, limits on liquor substitutes, and stricter bottle labeling and supply rules for pharmacists and vendors.

Proudfoot Achovol Dominion Maon

Obituary – Robert Hilton of Ninety Year Farmstead

Obituary notes Robert Hilton at eighty three, long time in the Ninth Line area. Born 1836 in Yorkshire England he came to Canada settling near Crowsons Cor. He married in 1871 and leaves a large family including grandchildren overseas. Hilton was active in farming and Methodist circles. funeral held with modest attendance.

Robent Hilton Borough Yorkshire England Canada Crowsons Cor John Bennett Ninochitin Hut James Dun Hodgin Warnes Afra Wilton Wil Deavers Acton Charlotte Ton Lillo Robert George John Pio Robert Dunoverseas Maulvin Dunbar Methodist Church Oat Sons Corner Stey Musumi Iliam Mullin Thomas Elliott Robt Beliedward Cleave John Mmfefab Duntaun Robertuonr

Oldest Postmaster James Matthews Reaches 62 Years Service

Acton’s postmaster James Matthews and his wife Maria Graham celebrate sixty two years of marriage and Matthews’ 62 years as town postmaster. Born near Elora and Streetsville in 1836 and 1836, they have long served in Ontario communities, with Matthews noted for unmatched tenure in Acton and a new post office building marking the milestone. Their family and town honor their upright character and long devotion to public service.

James Matthews Acton Bath Mer Matthewa Elora Maria Graham Main Street Coucillor Malley Switzer Georgetown Robert Swan London England Poatmanter America Omco Ottawa Washington Blinesi Slan Patch Hatchville Carnatable County Apo Matthews Ageat Montreal, Telegraph Company Ale Holda Thia Cannelry Samuel C. Philp Hoth Eoen Albert Golorado, Fuel and Iron ‘Company Denver Colorado Wuer Tans and Airs. Matthews Matthews’ Hall Matthawn Roof

Oakville teachers receive war bonus amid town notes

A war bonus of 300 each has been slanted to the town's school teachers. The local controller C. H. Cross is bus re shined. A Plymouth Ford belonging to Aire J. Grady has lat 98 eyes in 991 days. The highway is now in good condition for motoring. The high school students will debate on Friday evening on the topic Resolved that India is of more value to the British Empire than Canada.

C. H. Cross Plymouth Fock Hon Aire J. Grady Tho Ugh School India British Empire Canada Star

Georgetown Municipal Clerk Applicants and Salaries Emerge

The Georgetown notice lists twelve applicants for the municipal officer post with salaries from 76 dollars per month to 1550 dollars per year. Alex Reith of Wucun was hired at 75 dollars monthly, while other moves include Mr. Thomas Lake returning from New Ontario and Mr. D Reid of Glenwilliamy traveling to Mobectiv. Local woollen mill Corke & Co. faced a fire destroying its building, hampering expansion as demand for the firm’s products grows. The Herald notes efforts to secure new premises to resume operations.

Alex. Reith Wucun Wes Thomas Lake Geom Thaming New Ontario D. Reid Glenwilliamy I. P. Vel Mobectiv. Texan Corke & Cao Corky Herald

Auction Sale at Acton Farm Stock and Implements

Instructions from Chas E Bailey of Acton Ontario advertise a public auction on Friday April 6 1918 at 1 pm. Sale lists Clyde Crown Mare Clyde Bay Mare Ray Geldings herd cows and steers with multiple Holstein and Shorthorn cows, hogs and fowl, implements including a Hamilton cultivator seed drill and wagon, hay and grain, household effects, and a cream separator. Terms require $10 down and 10 months credit with approved notes. no reserve. Auctioneers: ALJ Kerr. Acton.

Eralgped Ad Chas Husband Roy Galding Horae Divaband Horn Helfer York Sahapo Peter Hamilton Alana Ria Peter Hamilton Bet Nvettona A.C Croom Crear Empire Sryu Nefrigsratér New Ledrom Erin J. G. Tinney Ospringe Lanby Ofelock Horges Kinga- Hen Calva Thessure Chaly Hogan Mplement International Mannoy-laarrin Hay Jonder Masnoy-Huarrin Klud Maaney-Harris Massey- Harrig Kurekka R. L. Torrance FR. J. Kerr Acton

Death of a church companion noted in Guelph area

The obituary describes the death of a well known church member aged about eighteen months after a long illness marked by ophthalmic issues. He was a favorite with companions and a regular Sunday School secretary. Funeral services were held at Acton cemetery with pallbearers listed among local names and friends in Guelph and nearby communities.

Tabor Giltad Berne Christian Matciaton Hunday School Acton Cemetery Run Larry Conocuurae Wyrenix Orrie Tam Jan Donnty Alex Near Nell Gorton Ogg Parvelon Moss Putoram Yor Guelph Vinkteda

Mare in foal and farm implements auction notice

An aged mare mare in foal to a imported stallion plus a long list of farming gear and equipment is advertised for sale. Items include Harness double driving, wheelbarrow plows, sod cutters, hay equipment, planks, seed, and various farm tools with terms offering credit and cash options. Contact details show R. Bannatter Proprietor Georgetown and R. Kerr Austlonsor Acton with phone numbers.

Clydco Harnes Peta Mountains Warley B.nannatter - Propriator Georgetown R. J. Kerr Austlonser Acton

Fragmentary notice from a damaged page on a winter event

The readable fragments describe a furnace or cement related scene with a house 10 by 18 and parties under a timetable. Names and places are unclear due to poor OCR. The item appears to be a local notice or ad with no coherent event or outcome.

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