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Newspaper

Acton Free Press

Location

Acton, Ontario, Canada

Date

Mar 23, 1939

Page

4

Community Notes From CREWSON Corner

Friends and neighbors report Mrs Edward Cornell has returned home from St. Josephs Hospital in Guelph and is recovering. Mrs George Graham has been confined to her bed with the flu. Mr Eaton, longtime Corners resident, has moved to Toronto. Mr and Mrs Fred Gilmour and family visited the Cornells. Mr and Mrs W W Jackson and daughters Irene and Ruth of Glington visited R H Browns over the weekend.

Edward Cornell St. Joseph's Hospital Guelph George. Graham Mr. Eaton Toronto Fred, Gilmour W Jackson Irene Ruth Glington R. H. Brown E. Calvert G. Ryder John Milne Robt. Milne Saginaw Mich Max’Milne Rockwood John’ Ramsey Blanche “Mijne

Community notes from Rockwood and district events

The Rockwood Women's Association hosted a St Patrick's tea and baking sale in the Town Hall with a supper that evening, while Mr M P Barry celebrated his 87th birthday. Obituaries and funeral attendances are noted for Mr George Wray and Mr James Robinson. The Rockwood Continuation School held a concert with a smaller crowd due to bad weather and featured verses, demonstrations, and resuscitation practice. Local residents and visitors are listed, with church services and Lenten readings at St John’s and United Church.

The Max Milne John Eden Mills Robert Milne Saginaw Mich Mr. Milne Alex. Milne Milne Scotland Rockwood Continuation School Charles H. Harris Jack Edwards Madeline Gibbons Anna McNabb Frances McNabb Thelma Ross Ross Dampier Betty Forsythe Rogt Peter Sim John McMillan Snel St. John's Church Christ

Milk truck crash and town council vote in Bronte

A Sant-Dairy milk truck driven by Jack Ball skidded on the roadway and crashed into a tree but the driver escaped injury. Eugene Muller from Edmonton arrived with his huskies en route to Alberta. Town Council rejected first reading of a by law to send the milk question to a referendum and also turned down a resolution to allow Hamilton dairies to sell milk locally.

Sant-Dairy Jack Ball Eugene” Muller Edmonton Alta Alberta Quebec W. H. ' Speers Bronte Speers Lucy Ann Bumby Hamilton Dairies Gazette

Erin News Roundup Includes Market Alterations and Local Obituaries

Erin notes Alterations underway at Mr R Tinney meat market. Little Miss Alanna Corbett treated at Sick Children’s Hospital Toronto. Coaxing School in Town Hall Erin drew large crowd with culinary demonstration by Mrs H M Aitken. Mundell cottage owners Packwood take possession on South Main. Mabel McDougall dies after brief illness at Erin residence aged 21, born in Toronto, long time in Erin.

R. ©. Tinney Alanna Corbett Orton Corbett Sick Children’s ‘Hospital Toronto Erin L. A. of Burns’ Church H. M. Aitken Chas. E. Packwood Edwin Mundell Cottage South Main Street Mabel Macc_ McDougall D. T. McDougall Miss McDougall Advocate

Oakville News Roundup from Town Council to Bermuda Trip

Oakville notes report Lady Baillie and Mrs H R Tilley sail from Boston to Bermuda for a stay. Post Office work resumes after weather delay. W Edward Fielding leaves Ontville Record Limited for New Liskeard. Daylight Saving dates set. Town council seeks co operation for low priced homes. Barringham Rubber Company begins manufacturing with few workers, expecting growth.

Lady Baillie H.R. Tilley Boston Bermuda W. Edward Fielding Ontville Record Limited New Liskeard Inville Oakville Barringham Rubber Company, Limited Edward Barringham

Milton Hockey and Funeral News From Milton and Acton

Milton Alf a Toronto pitcher attended the funeral of James Morley who died in his sleep at 76. Mrs J H Willmott slipped on ice and sprained an ankle outside St Pauls United Church. The Halton Branch Ontario Garage Operators Association met March 13 at Farmers Hall Milton with D McKinchey presiding. Acton defeated Simcoe 8 to 5 in OHA Intermediate playoffs at Brantford. Frank Bowring, junior winger, suffered a head injury in the last game.

Alf, Pitcher Toronto James Morley St. Paul's Aife Milton Yams Morley Grace Anglican Church

Local News Notes From Hamilton Area

Miss Mable Bennett visited with her friend and Miss Bessie Cole returned to her Hamilton home on Wednesday. Mrs Harry Shortill has been sick and confined to bed this past week. A number from here went to Acton on Thursday night to see the hockey match between Acton and Simcoe. Mr Wylie has been ill again this week.

Mable Bennett Bessie Cole Hamilton Harry Shortill Acton Simcoe I Wylie

Hillsburg Social Notes Mention Local Visits and Health Update

Mr and Mrs Marvin Cox of Toronto spent Saturday at the home of Mr and Mrs A Roszell. Roy Wheeler underwent an operation at Guelph General Hospital last week and is making favorable progress. Mimosa Women's Institute postponed its meeting due to cold weather. Mrs Albert Morden visited Mrs Albert Roszell. Will Cheyne Sr and Eleanor Spent Saturday with Mr and Mrs Wil Bessey. Community members note the slow onset of spring and poor road conditions.

Marvin Cox Toronto A. Roszell Roy Wheeler Guelph General Hospital Roy Mimosa Women's Institute Will Gibson Albert Morden Albert Roszell Will Cheyne Eleanor Wil Bessey

St Patrick Supper and club meeting in Everton

The Western Methodist or Women’s Missionary Society met at Mrs. I Hamilton’s home last week with a well attended program led by Mrs. Wm Hartop. A St Patrick’s supper by the Young People’s Society was held March 17 in the church school room with green and white decorations and a program of music readings and a Junior Farmers Club play.

W.M.S Young People’s Society Junior Farmers Club Acton Percy Smith Toronto Rockwood Continuation School Ross Damrder Frances McNabb Gordon Stevenson Gilbertson Young People’s Society of the Presbyterian Church Will MacDonald

Cement Checker to Diplomat

An old Ottawa contractor role on the Quebec Bridge project is recalled with Joachim von Ribbentrop listed as checking the cement pours. The note ties his career path from cement oversight to becoming Hitler’s aide and former German ambassador to Britain.

Joachim von Ribbentrop Hitler Court of St. James

Flood Threat Looms Over Glen Williams Homes

Spring flood fears rise as Credit River previously flooded back yards. Community notes report a pancake supper hosted by the Women’s Association of the United Church with good attendance. An inaugural meeting of the Young Men’s Club occurred at the United Church planning weekly Tuesday sessions. A car damaged railing on a village bridge and another vehicle left the road narrowly missing a pole, blocking traffic as it was recovered from ice ruts.

Glen Williams Women's Association of the United Church Young Men's Club United Church

Georgetown notes on health travel and dog licenses

Fred Armstrong recovering after appendicitis operation at Guelph Hospital. Funeral in Toronto for Rev. M. M. Bennett. Horace Hurley and Albert Reeve head to Kirkland Lake. Mackenzies travel to St. Petersburg Florida for weeks in the sun. Georgetown expects dog license income to rise under new by law requiring canine registration.

Fred Armstrong Guelph Coffen M. Z. Bennett I. M. Bennett Wm. Shortill M. M. Bennett Toronto Messrs Horace Hurley Albert Reeve North Country Kirkland Lake Georgetown Council Herald

St Patrick’s Supper at Eden Mills Draws Town Hall Crowd

A successful St Patrick’s Supper under the Women’s Institute auspices filled the Eden Mills Town Hall with readings music and dancing. Rev W D Clark gave an address, Mrs R Williamson chaired, and local attendees plus visitors shared a bountiful meal and lively program.

Women’s Institute R. Williamson W. Bridle Wilda Gilbertsson Garnet MacDougall Messrs J. Dyer M. Dyer D. MacDougall

NASSAGAWEYA Notes on Quarantine and Local News

Mrs McDuffy of Milton teaches in Miss Alexander's school while in quarantine. Miss Alexander recovers from scarlet fever and is up. No new scarlet fever cases in two weeks, hoping for no further outbreaks. Mrs John Wilson under doctor care. Duncan Grants moving to Dublin School district. Christian Frank of Georgetown home with flu. Ash Grove sale of D F Wright praised for high prices.

McDuffy Milton Miss Alexander Sam Frank John Wilson Duncan Grant Ben Wallace Dublin Christian Frank Georgetown Ashgrove D. F. Wright

Gaiety as an Asset in Child Rearing

A mother known for strict methods learns from her son the value of warmth and humor in raising children. She notes responsibility should balance firm discipline with flexibility and a relaxed, supportive home atmosphere.

Quote on burdens and employment by Jack Miner

A fragment quotes Jack Miner arguing that burdens in America would drive workers out of jobs if not for burdens kept in check. The remark hints at economic stress and employment concerns without detailing events or figures.

America Jack Miner

Governor von Gablenz Named Military Governor of Prague

General von Gablenz, one of the German commanders who marched into Prague, has been appointed Military Governor of Prague. The post carries considerable importance amid the current flux in the former Czech lands.

von Gablenz Prague Czecho-Slovakia

For Sale Dairy Cattle and Farm Goods Notice

For sale a few Jersey cows registered and fully accredited two grade Jerseys. Co W Coupland. For rent a three room apartment with light and water garden space available apply George Soper Wallace Avenue phone 142. For sale a quantity of fodder feed turnips and mangels apply at Ed Allan's 1 mile west of Acton.

Co. W. Coupland George Soper Wallace Avenus ED Allan Acton

Money by mail advert promises income via 62 page issue

An advertisement invites readers to save time and earn income by mail through a 62 page Toronto publication. It notes 10 cents for a copy and lists B Chapin at 45 Highcroft Road as contact.

B. Chapin Highcroft Road Toronto

Baby Chick Breeding Bred to Lay Sale

Bred to lay chicks Rock and White Leghorn for low as 6c. Send for circular or call 480 Rockwood Chick Hatchery Rockwood Ontario 37 tf. Lot 28 Seventh Concession Nassaga weyn Halton County 100 acres ten acres hardwood bush and pasture 4 acres fall wheat bank barn brick house water supply. Quick sale 2700 dollars. For rent if not sold. Minnie Bennett Acton Ontario.

Rockwood Nassagaweyn Halton County Minnie Bennett Acton Ontario

Good Paying Work Ad From Montreal Manufacturer

An advertisement from FAMILEX Co of 570 St. Clement Montreal promotes immediate, reliable daily pay for steady, no experience needed work with a large manufacturing concern. It promises quick repeaters and permanent business potential, offering a free catalogue.

Familex Co St. Clement Montreal

Notice to Creditors in Estate for Jeti Thomas Mack

Notice to creditors of the estate of John Thomas Mack late of Eramosa Wellington retired farmer who died about February 10 1939. Creditors must send details and proofs to the solicitor before April 15 1939 for distribution to those legally entitled. Dated March 27 1939. O N Leatherland solicitor for Thomas Mack.

Jeti Thomas Mack Eramosa County of Wellington John ‘Thomas” Mack Palmer Aniston Stan

Also Mentioned on This Page

Neighborhood News M. P. Barry St. Patrick's Day Barry Wm. McNabb McNabb George Wray Millbank James Robinson C.P.R Newton Charles Smith Hillsburg Muriel Williamson Fred Day Clarence Lyne Margaret Y Pndersa Mr. Thomas Burlington United States Vladimir Hurban Washington Hurban Everton W. H M. P. Davis Ottawa Quebec Bridge Canadian Government Railways Canadian National System Geo C. Brown Norval Mrs. J. B. Mackenzie St. Petersburg Florida South S. S. NO Pallant Acton, Ont Mounties Actas Royal Orderlies Jong ‘Bortelance Sylvia Langlois Canada United Church of Canada E. M. Morrow Bower Avenue Bas. Mason's Orchestra Oper Bresbiysterian Knox H. L. Bennie M. A Willow Street Young People's Guild Service Committee India BYPU Alban’s Church Anglican E. A. Brooks Leatherland Thomas Mack
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