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Newspaper

Acton Free Press

Location

Acton, Ontario, Canada

Date

May 20, 1937

Page

5

Local Social Notes Highlight Toronto Visits and Engagements

Mr and Mrs G H Brown spent Sunday in Toronto. Mrs A H Bishop visited in Toronto with Alfred Bishop. Mrs A Arthurs of Toronto visits with sister Mrs John Mann. Mrs Fdna Snyder of Toronto spends summer with her mother Mrs Arch McPherson. Ed Haynes of Aberfoyle announce engagement Molly to Lloyd Markle. Irene Lllan Flowers to Dufford Thomas to wed in June. Women Missionary Society members attended Halton Presbyterial meeting in Palermo.

Mrs. A. Arthurs Toronto John Mann Fdna Snyder Arch. McPherson Bower Avenue Ed. Haynes Aberfoyle Ontario Molly Mir Wloyd Markle John Markle Guelph George Blott Irene Lllan Flowers Dufford Thomas Thomas Hunter Georgetown Women’s Missionary Society of the United Church Halton

Acton letters reflect Coronation memories and local tale

Letter from Turner Valley notes Acton townsfolk recalling the Coronation, with images of golf links in use and radio listening to London events. Mrs Brown shows a Victoria Jubilee badge from 1897, sharing memories of Hower Avenue and schoolchildren’s loyal songs. Farmers anticipate June rains amid dry soil and hopes for crops. J. & Coleman, Turner Valley, Alta.

Acton Uiltla Chicago Itaice Cso London McMurchy Dresden Myrtle Matthews School Lane Ontario

Riddle Exchange in Old Wordplay Column

Readers enjoy a playful Q and A about common riddles with answers like a kite for a wingless file and a headless figure described as a null. The snippet showcases puzzle humor typical of light newspaper features.

TENDERS FOR COAL AND COKE FOR ONTARIO BUILDINGS

Tenders addressed to the Department of Public Works Ottawa for coal and coke to supply Dominion Buildings across Ontario. Deadline 12 noon daylight saving time Tuesday June 1 1937. Tender forms from Purchasing Agent Ottawa and Supervising Architect Toronto. Requires certified cheque 10 percent or bonds for large bids and may require a security deposit. By order J M Somerville Secretary May 10 1937.

Taesday Jane Dominion Province of Ontario Department of Public Works Ottawa Adelaide St. East Toronto Dominion of Canada Canadian National Rail Way Company J. M. Somerville

Watson Obituary and Duffy Funeral Notices in Toronto and Eramosa

William A. Watson of Toronto dies suddenly at nieces home on Marmaduke Street. Unmarried United Church member survived by brother John T. Watson and sister Miss Carrie Watson. Funeral conducted by Rev. W. T. Watson Halifax and Rev. K. A. Williams at Howard Park United Church. interment at Prospect Cemetery. Thomas Duffy of Eramosa Township dies suddenly age 14. survived by wife formerly Anna Bedford, four daughters Mia G F Crawley Guelph Lillian Amelia Rena at home, two sons James and Thomas. Requiem high mass at Sacred Heart Church and burial in St. Joseph's Cemetery.

William A. Watson Toronto CO. H. Harrison Marmaduke Street Los Angeles United Church John T. Watson Carrie Watson W. T. Watson Halifax K. A. Willams Howard Park United Church Prospect Cemetery Sacred Heart Church Thorold Patrick Duffy Eramosa Township Anna Bedford Mia G. F Guelph Thomas St. Joseph's Cemetery

Notable moral aphorisms from a civic essay

A compact excerpt on ethics in governance notes that justice and honesty guide public service. It asserts that clear principles of right and wrong are readable to all, and proper duty earns society’s trust without needing many advisors.

Brampton Faces Improved Opener After Long Offseason

Local club notes Saturday action with Brampton as the tough test, praising a strong crowd and ceremonies while recounting a 14 to 2 Brampton win over Willsburg. Casey fanned fourteen in a late rout as Johnnie Jones handles the next game on Saturday.

Brampton Johnnie Jones Acton Willsburg

Calf in Yard Sparks Curious City Visit

A six weeks old calf nibbled grass in a yard and was watched by a city girl who asked her hostess if keeping a small cow pays off. The scene shows rural life intersecting urban curiosity as the calf browsed near the fence.

Courtroom Interruption Sparks Warning From Judge

A tense exchange in court ends with a stern warning from the judge that the next interrupter will be removed from the courtroom. The prisoner responds with a muffled retort.

Worn Widow Hopes for Treasury Favor and Master’s Praise

A fading note tells of a poor widow waiting to contribute more money when fortunes improve hoping for the Master’s timeless commendation passed down through the ages.

Clive Widoh

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