YMCA Physical Display Tops Again This Year
The annual YMCA physical display at Acton features children from three years old to young adults with clowns elephants parades tumbling races and dancing. Under director Mr Marthay the event showcases healthy fun and skill with lively acts from Kindergarten to Senior groups. Master of Ceremonies Barker leads a festive program as crowds applaud the renowned King of the Mat finale and the March past with Land of Hope and Glory and O Canada.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
YMCA
Marthay
Oane
Acta
Board of
Kor Barker
Othe
Cole
Hunnies
Chen
Tote
Beyn
Aucun Thitigen
Che Nour
Yal
Atsc
TMG
Ken Masai
Tinguide
Hasant
Arbic
Mastem
Ho Artie
Land of Hope and Glory
Canada
Acton
Promise of youth and community progress
The piece argues that investing in youth through a community Centre boosts future civic growth and improves fellowship and citizenship, claiming progress now benefits tomorrow’s citizens and inspires ongoing advancement. Woodstock Neb. Sentinel Press.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Woodstock
N.B
Welcome to New Homes Welcomes Acton Bride
This week Mrs. Dorothy M. Wuarnt, wife of Gar J. A. Hurd of Acton, sails from England to join her husband in Canada aboard the Aquitania which docked last week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Acton
Canada
Dorothy M. Wuarnt
Gar
J. A. Hurd
England
Aquitania
Farm Passed Through Century Family Sells in Acton Area
The MebDougall farm on Highway No 3S two miles south of Acton has been sold to Ar Avan Janea Acton. The old homestead, a century in the family, traces to 1846 when John McDougall purchased the land and later transferred to the current owner Duncan Meb Dougall. The sale ends a 100 year family hold as Mr Dougall retires and health declines.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
MebDougall
Acton
Ar Avan Janea
Pas Aresson
Mebougall
Hector Huamell
John Mackenzie
IFO
Peter Mytiill
John McDougall
Duncan Merlbougall
Dougall
Dublin School
Usb
Averioaka
Ots
Iowsang Phe
Gan Ol
Gosdie
Canap
Crucks
Oller
Wook
David Henderson
Acton West Fe
House of Commons
Cvany
Bat Uo
Mom Ste
Krew Ory
Mencon
David Menideasen
Conservative
Adam Coal
Cook
Giodag
Aloun
Jis Peak
Limehouse Garage Destroyed By Fire
Fire destroyed the Limehouse garage early yesterday morning owned by Jack Rowshiry. Neighbors unaware of the blaze as it gained headway by about 3 30 am noticed by Mr Roughley. The blaze damaged a large quantity of tools equipment and vehicles with an estimated value of some amount. No danger to nearby house reported.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jack Rowshiry
Limehouse
Roughley
Brothers in business overseas for six years
Two brothers who spent their early years abroad have formed a joint venture in the monument business. One operates in Mount Forest and Acton Weyon, with the other partnering with local friends to establish a new community enterprise. Their return to civilian life marks a reintegration into local commerce.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peo
Orm
Toyetie
Nicol
Monument
Mount Forest
Acton Weyon
Re-Estahtich
Douglas M. Gowdy Chosen President of Toronto Club
At a Toronto annual meeting, Douglas Mc Gowdy was elected president of the Canadian Club of Toronto. He is Managing Editor of the Financed Boat and son of Mr Win Gowialy. His Eminence James Cardinal McGuigan spoke on Canada and the Four Freedoms in a broadcast address.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Toronto
Douglas Mc Gowely
Win Gowialy
Adam
Jon
Douglas M. Gowdy
Ant
Bus Fire Destroys $20,000 Vehicle on Highway
A bus traveling from Guelph to Breslau caught fire after a front tire blew near Breslau causing a crash. Driver William Payne escaped as the bus burned in a ditch, leaving the $20,000 vehicle a total loss and the sole salvage, if any, limited to engine parts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fortune
Guelph
Breslau
William Payne
Toronto
Ita
Cobble Hill relocation shapes Acton landscape
Residents discuss the Cobble Hill project moving earth from one site to another over weeks. The excavation nears its peak as roads and hillsides change, revealing surveys tied to Acton’s waterworks plans and historic land marks near Malin Street Queen Street and Lakeview Greenhouses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arton
Cook
Acton Aml
Acton
Mount Campbell
William Campbell
Seung Celk
Cobble Hill
Malin Street
Queen Street
Mall Pond
Lakeview Greenhouses
Second Fire Destroys Aberfoyle Post Office Again
Fire at the Ola Me Sean store and post office in Aberfoyle, the second blaze in months, damaged rear verandah and front hall areas after renovations were nearly complete. Neighbors reported the flare noticed by a child. Guelph firefighters fought the two hour blaze as Morriston Tulley planned to move in.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aberfoyle
G. McLean
Tulley
Morriston
Golden Wedding Anniversary Celebration in Longtime Union
Erin Two marks a golden wedding anniversary with a family gathering at their home. relatives and friends attended a two storey home decorated with gold and floral arrangements. speeches honored the couple and guests enjoyed tea and an orderly program.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Erin
Min
Fdwand Piceiman
Mia Fath Freeman
Acton
Theo Easton Bletat
Anayiagons
Powes
Tulius Daftortite
Forsythta
Afi Treeman
Ialington
Co Inglehart
Wat
Bhush
Mir Skeoch
Toronto
Elleughter
Mra
Fo Freeman
Actedna Destenon
Cow Frean
Mas Jean Melean
Abe
Oben Keir Valle
Ebert Sow
Progress
Netehtot
Bette and Vroom
Angua Mi Bacheen
Ma Freehan
Brewtenan
Mer S Griffin
Beet Davidson
Gevtts
Teasehn
Welty Ann Kerr
Hoorn
Acton Considers Service Recognition Project
A Monday meeting in the Legion Rooms chaired by Reeve Charles Kirkness explored how to recognize local servicemen. Attendees from the Canadian Legion Acton branch and various organizations proposed options including a memorial building or plaques with costs pegged around 25000 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anas Desiston
Moe
TNR
Cit
Mens
Varus
A Padbury
Acton
The
Canadian Legion
Aytsworth
Executive of
Legion
Inom ‘ Community
Mic Moral
Lake of Devonshire
Lakeside
TOUS
Women’s Institute
Ladies’ Amniliary of
Beard- More Employees
Council
The Cross Dunilam Wedding in Guelph Church
A detailed report of the Cross Dunilam wedding held Saturday at Guelph Church. Bride Mae Dunham of Pioneia married Robert Cree with services at Read of yerents Church, attended by family and local figures, followed by a reception with dinner and gifts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Augnoan
Chugonh
Foaehak
Teimce Mae
Duta
Tate
Dunham
Pioniea
Robert Cree
Ated
Mie
Ftese
Pia Cattespemny
Pat Forte
TE Roott
Acton
Ried Peanhaen
Miapate
Bi Meads
Chuget
Ton Castor
Sapien
Ygeou
Debus
Neothelia Aevessarten
Joanna M
Bimir
Hansen McCaig Wedding in United Church Toronto
The Hansens and McCaigs wed in Toronto at United Church with Bible readings and music. Attendants included Miss Laub Matheson and Miss Blanche McKinnon. The couple planned a Buffalo honeymoon, with detailed attire descriptions and reception arrangements noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hansen -McCaig
United Church
Toronto
Peany
Peti
Ote
Alex Ma
Witts
Gus
Dave
Hayewei
Ste
Amster
Clarence Snow
Miss Laub
Matheson
Gowred
Acton Boys Band Opens Season With Sunday Concert
The Acton Hoys Band resumes activities after a fire in Town Hall and invites the public to the Sunday concert. Bandmaster Chas Mas notes preparation for the Waterloo Musical Festival in June and a program including three test pieces. An attentive audience is urged to boost the boys toward their best performance. The Town Hall is newly decorated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Acton Hoys
Town Hall
Wnrse
Mmentan
Chas Mason
Waterloo
Acton
Uneir
Nixon Elected President of Children's Aid Group
Mrs MLE Nixon presided as members of the Children’s Aid society gathered in St Pauls Church Hall to elect officers and discuss plans. The meeting featured a keynote address by Mr Beaumont of the Department of Public Welfare urging expanded focus on child welfare and community investment in youth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baltan
Siucirty
St Mauls
Maltaar
Artan
Clatman
Oupatites
Fausbury
Masonaciamet
Marty
Nee
Ginetta
Board of
Dir Reform
Rooter
AM Onison
Won
Anderson
Peport
Norbely
Acton
Poe
Childrer
Marjane Dunwron
Wo Porter
St. Pauls Church
Sr BF
Beaumont Tleabo
Heaumont
Noant of
Coldren
Weaver
Acton Euchre Event and Play Dates Announced
Acton community lists a Friday Euchre night at Legion Hall with 25 cent admission. Also invites residents to Acton Town Hall for May 16 17 and 28 to see the Actan Y's Men’s Club three act comedy Nodh ing But the Truth. Watch next issue for details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Euchre
Legion Hall
Acton
Actan Town Hall
Actan Y's Men's Club
Dasue
Also Mentioned on This Page
Gray
Aberpoyle
Frank Dixcumion
Che Det Rabhra
Mra Me Cuig
Asaiating
Moses
Buffalo
Dersamaker
Mle. Nixon
Children’s Aid
IL Heaumont
Wecementa
Uber & Gate
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!