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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
May 14, 1936
Page
7
In Memoriam notices and poetry charges noted. Elliot John Wilson of Milton former County Judge, husband of Margaret McMaster, father of Jack and Margaret, died May 135 1936. Funeral May 16 at St Pauls United Church at 3 pm standard time, interment Ewargreen Cemetery Milton.
School term exams begin next Monday at FOCALS High School. Local tidbits report wildflowers in nearby woods, church calls, tax changes, charity contributions, and community events. A fire at the filter beds, fishing notes, and a CFRB broadcast chance for Acton amateurs are also noted along with an essay contest prize.
Acton sports roundup reports the Intermediate Ball Club opening May 23 with a parade led by Acton Citizens' Band from Tyler's garage on Young Street. Plans include wire screening for the grandstand, more practice evenings, and upcoming events plus a hockey photo and badminton championships. John Frankland Paxton, longtime O I A treasurer since 1910, died at St. Lambert aged 69.
Acton Wall earned their first victory Saturday by beating Campbellville 8 to 0. Norm Morton pitched well, holding Campbellville to two singles, with solid defense backing him. Campbellville pitcher Art Leppar also allowed five runs on five hits, while Terry of Campbellville made several impressive outfield puts. The Acton squad heads to Hilleburg tonight for an opening clash with Ipston.
An enthusiastic letter from Agnes Hanson touts Kellogg’s Ant-Bran as a remedy for constipation. It claims bran provides mild bulk, vitamins B and iron, and even makes muffins, noting two tablespoons daily and medical advice if not relieved.
Dance lovers are invited to the reopening of Huttonville Park this Friday. Park management secured WIts Tipping's Blue Dragoons to provide the music. Many picnics already planned and the prospects look bright for a record turnout.
A customer praises Drag shipping methods used for hundreds of thousands of Chicks shipped across seasons. The note emphasizes the proven reliability of packing and handling in warm weather versus cold. The account underscores long experience guiding seasonal poultry transport.
Sunday social news covers visits by Campbellville residents to Welland Preston Hamilton and Guelph. Dr Gilmour of London conducted services at St Davids Church and gave a Mother's Day sermon with diplomas awarded. Friends note Mr J McMurray’s improvement and Crawford Mahon’s return to work plans in Kitchener.
At the North Hallow High Schools event in Georgetown last Saturday Mary Barrett of Acton won the Intermediate 75 yard dash. Muriel Stephenson of Georgetown captured the senior base ball throw while Muriel and Yobel Stephenson took the Junior three legged race. Welen Devereaux won junior class running high jump.
A brief exhortation cites Peter urging fervent charity among Christians, stating that charity covers sins and strengthens community bonds. The message emphasizes mutual support and godly conduct within the fellowship.
Residents report worries over a recoverable situation while Mrs. Harry Austin and two children visit Brampton relatives. Misses Weaver of Toronto return home after a week with Canon Weaver and Mr. Weaver. Mrs. Gray is moved to Guelph General Hospital for treatment. Thieves broke into the McMillan barn during late Sunday night or Monday morning and stole two small items including a boat jack and an iron tool.
Judge J W Eliot died at his Milton home after an illness extending over a year. Born in Nassagaweya Township he spent most of his life in Walton County. Educated at Upper Canada College University of Toronto and Osgoode Hall he began law practice in Milton in 1885 and became Walton County judge in 1913. Survived by his widow Margaret Mick Moster son Jack of Toronto and daughter Margaret RN of Toronto with two sisters also residing in Milton and Toronto.
Boy Scouts entertained the Scout Mothers Auxiliary with games and singing led by Marjorie Bilton. Mrs E J Ward presented new pennants to the Scouts. Scoutmaster Mason thanked the mothers. Business notes set next meeting at Mrs VanGozeren’s home. two patrols Bears and Wolves share the troop.
The April report for S. S. No. 7 Erin lists multiple students with percentages and amounts for Sr. Iv, Jr. IV, Jr. III, and Sr. I classes. Names include Norma Fines Phylis Smith Walter Smart Margaret Gordon Betty Sim Flora Sim Elizabeth Sim Arthur Saunders Smith Griffin Calin McCallum Doris Keeler Beth Harding Ranald Saunders Beth Mc Callum Mabel Hardy Gordon Rots Archie Cunningham Doris Gordon Thelma Hardy Adeline Cunningham Roy Harding Adeline Cunningham Joycee Leitch Mervyn Ratz Bert Cunningham Dorothy Cunningham and Marjorie E. Thomson as teacher.
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