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Newspaper

Acton Free Press

Location

Acton, Ontario, Canada

Date

Mar 29, 1945

Page

5

Women’s Association Hosts Meeting in Nassagaweya

The Women’s Association of Ebenwaco United Church held a gathering at Mrs Harlan Witeon’s home on Tuesday evening. Community extends deepest sympathy to the WikingWiian family of Eden on the death of their son Charles Wilson killed in action in Germany. Visitors Mrs Kamer Pickett and Mr Myfalo relatives joined over the weekend. Jean Moffat, daughter of Mr and Mrs Duncan Moffat, plans a holiday visit. Special services were held at Ebenecser Unit near Suv day.

Women's Association of Ebenwaco United Church Belt Harlan Witeon Etr Ann Wiking Wiian Eden Mids Charles Wilson Killad Germany Mra Kamer Pickett Myfalo Nassagaweyea Mies Jean Moffat Mire Duncan Moffat Anateh Bull Meo Tagie Roeberteen Ebenecser Unitest Suvday

Campbellville Women’s Meeting at McPhail Home

The Mad meeting of the WOM S was held at the home of the Mises McPhail with President Mrs Snyder presiding. Scripture was det by Miss JoY Ket on the topic Approaching the Gateway based on the first chapter of the new study book. Refreshments were served to Mrs Elsley Mr Peasyk and Mr Laking.

WOMS Mises McPhail Snyder Guelph Mra Elsley Peasyk Ant Laking

Parish Social Notes and Busy Bees Meeting

NASSAGAWEYA SS Now SS Now Mrs Alexandra Prank hosted the Buss Bees Club for a quiting bee with dinner and afternoon tea. Guests included Mrs Thos Robinson and Doris Fecht formerly of Halifax. Mr and Mrs Wm McGlaughlin Acton and Mr and Mrs Wm Campbellville were guests of Mr and Mrs Tros Kennedy. The Busy Bees euchre party at the school house drew fair attendance with prizes to Mrs June Evans and Mr George Pivka. Red Cross contributions noted. the mosquito mentioned again.

Alexandra Hame Buss Bees Club Thos Robinson Red Cross the Mosquito

Georgetown News Roundup of Services and Local Honors

A large Fon RETA tTO attended the United Church Sunday School anniversary service. Frost J. Haddell, a former Georgetown merchant, died in Toronto after a lengthy illness on March 1. Gilbert Go MeNicol fas received a civil defence certificate for actions against Germany and her allies. CW. Westlake of Hamilton spoke at a Georgetown Board of Trade meeting. W. J. Hampshire of Milton, Halton County sheriff, spoke at a Georgetown Lions Club dinner on Canada’s religious heritage. Molly Mullholland, R.N. and RCAF airwoman, returned home after over two years overseas including D Day service.

Fon Reta Tto United Church Georgetown Frost J. Haddell Toronto Gilbert Go MeNicol Fas Department of Civil Defence of Canada FO. D. R Molly” Mullholland R. N France Belgium Holland St. Joseph's’ Hospital Guelph Mullholland RCAF

Village life notes and obituaries from Guelph area

A long paragraph records local happenings including a family moving into a new home and plans at the Town Hall, a resident passing away at Guelph General Hospital after brief illness, and a sports note about a muskrat catch by George Knight. The fragmented text also mentions friends and neighbors and a local event at the hall.

Guelph T General Hospital William Jones Lang

Terra Cotta Notes on Local People and Events

Mr oJ oF Rut ledge buys the Meade farm from John Gordon Stringer. Eaves leaves for Toronto General Hospital but has a successful operation and is expected to recover. Miss Laughton visits from Toronto and several local families spend weekends at Terra Cotta. Poultry entrepreneur Mr Messanger builds a modern house and plans a large business venture. Mrs Mackie sustains a wrist fracture but hopes to recover soon.

Rutledge Meade John Gordon Stringers Khnown Momestead Sebieh Bad Baw Sis Eaves General Hospital Toronto Miss Laughton Woro Vaanderflest Tarantea Rooj Stomper George Townsend Maple Avenue Walter Haywand Guelph Jas Mackie WH. Messanger Mackie Abe

Ospringe Notes and Visits Highlight Community Week

Local notices report visits in Ospringe and nearby towns including Mrs James Fair at Marden attending Arthur Clark's funeral in Norval. Families in Guelph Township Hamilton and Acton host gatherings while overseas service news touches James Scranton and Russell Struthers. A Beamish flock yields a double yolked egg on the farm.

James Fair Marden Richard Beamish Mary Cooke Thomas Henderson Guelph David Whaley Kitchener Arthur Clark Norval George Robertson Joyce J Hugh ‘Robertson Hamilton John Thompson Ray Rockwood Burn McKinnon GG. Robertson Everton DG. Robertson Ospringey Farm Forum Mimosa Group Orton Town Hall Meo Victor Beamish Lorraine Toronto Henry Beamish James Struthers William Struthers Acton Mias Shabed Seamon Cpl Russell Struthera James Scanton Albert Scranton Ken Stubbington Austin— McCutcheon

Cedarvale Courtesay Shower Attends Audrey McArthur

Attendees gathered at the Dene of Mar for a shower honoring Audrey McArthur. Guests from nearby communities shared wishes and gifts in a warm, social gathering. The event featured local hospitality and conversations about future plans.

Courtes Tay Cots Wy Ri Tendea Crom Ma Audrey McArthur Plater Tan Sas Mar Timme Blane Chuarchil Tlygical Vale

Community Gathering Spurs Banquet at Hallina Hall

A town hall event drew a large crowd on Peblay night with a banquet and sing along led by Mrs FOS Sherrill and Mrs Joel McEnery. Prof Tollon of the OAC gave an address as families like Mr Mietwoa and Mr Mulder relocate to new homes.

Porontey Afr Mie Withe Mulder Joel McEnery Prof Tollon OAC

Canadian Army Private David Halward Tinrrop Aided in Germany

The report recalls Pte David Halward Tinrrop, aged 19, of the Canadian Army, wounded in Germany after training at Brampton and Camp Ponderosa and overseas since July. The John Minton Chapter Doude lists relief items for overseas boys and notes town auditor discussions on high school grants and the council’s financial position.

Failwin David Halward Tinrrop Germany Heowas Nee Tad Woo Hrampton John Mittun Lever Jenkins and Ardy Ile Theigh Council Canadian Champjon

Local Notes on Returning Soldiers and Town Visits

Capt. WW Henry A. Hoaking and wife return from overseas and renew ties in town before visiting Kirkland Lake. Joy Stumpf recovers from frostbite and plans to go home. Pte J. Thring returns with hospital ship group to London. Alfred Croft recovering well after operation at Guelph General. Jack Blacklock returns from two week visit with grandparents. Weekend visitors include Wily Wilder and family, and Miss Marjorie Beard. Church services at Presbyterian noted with Lords Supper. Boys and Girls Mission Bands hold Thank Offering with speaker Mia Moffat. Capt Henry A Hosking speaks on overseas and Holland conditions. Carls Milne operated on for appendicitis at Guelph General. Mrs Robt Mier returns from Toronto and Guelph to town.

Henry A. Hoaking New York Muriel Feart Kirkland Lake Joy Stumpf Pte J. Thring Lady Nelson London Alfred Croft Guelph General Hospital Jack Blacklock Moffat Wily Wilder Wilder Toronto Arch McNabb Marjorie Beard R.on Leonard Nightingale Milted Presbyterian Church W. A Melver United ‘Church Mia Moffat Guelph Henry A. Hosking Holland Mies Carls Milne Robt Mier Town

Community meeting on hydra system plan in Burlington

A large audience gathered Monday evening to hear details of a proposed hydra system by city towers. The event included questions from residents and a panel featuring local officials and engineers discussing potential impacts and timelines.

Playitae Uber Atone Berttn Atier Dalepayera Aplaine

Auction Sale at NY WNEP Area Caters Livestock Lot

Public sale notice details a livestock auction in the New York West New South area listing cattle and calves for bidding. The document names lots such as cows and heifers with dates and seller references and notes multiple pen lots and prices.

Go Calf Pan For Sale In Ac bun Area

Wea MALY style notice lists items for sale in the town of Acbun. Items include a plum tree, water heater, Westinghouse battery, cooker cupboard and washing machine. Apply to local contact for details.

Acbun Westinghouse

Lemon Juice Recipe for Quick Arthritic Pain Relief

An old home remedy promises rapid relief from arthritic and neuritic pain. A recipe uses Ruex Prescription mixed with lemon juice and water, taken in two tablespoons twice daily. If relief is not achieved within 48 hours, the seller offers a money back guarantee.

Auction Notice for Farm Lot 6 Con 1 Erin Township

The undersigned has received instructions from JOFL NL LEME and RON to sell by auction his farm Lot 6 Con 1 Township of Erin on No 3 Side Road, miles west of Acton. Auction details follow.

Jofl NL Leme. & Ron Erin Miles Weat Acton

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