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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
May 21, 1942
Page
7
Acton Y M C A held a two night circus with four gym groups led by Supér visor Johnny Gray and ringmaster Charlie Kirkness. Junior and senior boys and girls performed tumbling pyramids relays and dances while clowns Zippy and Zany entertained ending with a crawd march past and the National Anthem.
Dr Gordon R G Agnew arrived in Chungking with 50 tons of relief and mission supplies from the United Church of Canada to support mission hospitals in China. He is a professor of dental pathology at West China Union University and traveled after Christmas. His wife and family remained in Canada due to unsettled conditions.
At a Guelph meeting on Tuesday Charles W. Wilson superintendent of Acton Public Politics Commission was chosen as vice president of the Grand Valley Metremen’s Association Other officers included G Grox Waterloo president G Stats Kitchener secretary treasurer and Jas Gray Kitchener JA Fraser Stratton and Wartrantown Township as members of the operative The next AKO Ton meeting will be held in September in Waterloo
This week’s Register Monty Route lists Acton recruits who joined the Canadian Dental Corps. They are currently stationed in Toronto.
A local Acton district note honors families with many sons and relatives in Canadian forces. James Taylor of Grock Avenue has four sons serving, Herbert and Henry with the Canadian forces Overhéay, Joe at Camp Borden, and George in reserve army training. Other locals like Mrs. W. Alger and Miss M. L. Dubois have kin in service. The piece urges every home to contribute at least 5 to the Red Cross to support the war effort.
Acton School Board met Monday evening with Public School staff responses to re engagement for next term. Letters from Miss Ricketts Hawke and Pridham accepted offers. others sought higher salaries. Principal McKenzie and caretaker George Mann were offered adjusted salaries after comparisons with provincial figures.
A photo in The Aircraftsman shows Miss Jessie Young of Acton, now instructress for the Hospital Assistant's Course at the St Thomas Technical Training School. A graduate nurse from Toronto General Hospital, her course is the second hospital assistant program started in the Dominion. Acton friends offer congratulations on her service.
Knox Y W A met at the home of Mrs A L Mann with Mrs O U Hatrd in charge. The devotional period was led by Mrs Masters and Mrs Matthews. Mrs Wolds read a paper on a message to women's authorities. Miss Margaret Brown played piano and Aileen Mulligan sang. Plans were made to attend the Guelph Missionary Presbyterial in Hespeler and a strawberry social was planned. Lunch was served and a social hour followed.
In Acton Court on a collision on Main Street, Allan White of Stanley Bar racks Toronto was fined 325 and costs for reckless driving. Magistrate McDonald urged a crackdown to deter leniency toward uniformed personnel, while Chief Harrap of Acton investigated the case.
The Red Cross in Acton and district has supervised donations since Canada entered the war. The last shipment included 15 quilts 7 dozen socks 7 cardigan sweaters 6 turtle necks 10 pajama pairs 2 seaman socks 5 mitts 7 gloves 4 scarves 2 helmet hats and 7 bedroom slippers.
A newly issued Acton telephone directory arrives this week with a buff cover distinguishing it from the old book. It contains nearly 7 000 new and changed listings in the alphabetical section, urging readers to consult it before dialing to avoid wrong numbers. The old directory should be discarded and recycled through the national salvage campaign.
War Savings figures for Acton and district show April totals of 4656 dollars, the highest monthly total since the campaign began. Acton and district report 580 payroll deductions totaling 3296 dollars and 702 purchasers in Acton who bought 4148 dollars in certificates. District purchases rose in total despite fewer buyers, with 66 applications totaling 509 dollars. The April results, praised by the community, reflect strong pledges and civic effort.
The Spring Rally of Guelph Presby terial W M S of the Presbyterian Church in Canada was held in Hespeler on May 19 with morning and afternoon sessions. Mrs H L Bennie presided, with group discussions led by secretaries from Senior Auxiliaries Y W A Girls Organizations and Mission Bands. Miss Webster of Toronto spoke in the afternoon, and reports from the Orillia provincial meeting were given by Mrs N McLeod of Hespeler.
With only three days left in the campaign the Acton and District area has not reached its $3,000 objective. Volunteers report discouraged reception and uneven support despite a strong start and call on residents to give again for the Canadian Red Cross. Mile. Eve Currie urged support across fronts, noting needs from battle zones to prisoner care and the importance of continuing aid for soldiers sailors airmen and civilians.
A long time subscriber of The Free Press in New York State sends a $2.50 renewal and expresses appreciation for weekly hometown news. The letter notes affection for the paper and a commitment to continue supporting the publication.
The Ban nockburn Women's Institute annual meeting at Mrs. W. Harding's home elected officers led by President Miss E Russell and 1st Vice President Mrs. A Kerr. The group reported strong yearlong work including donations to Acton War Service League and the London Children's Hospital and knitting for the Red Cross.
The Women’s Missionary Society of the Presbyterian Church held its May meeting at Mrs. Wm. Johnstone’s home with good attendance. Mrs. Thomson and Mrs. Lantz led devotions and Mrs. Bary presented a paper on Our responsibilities. Attendees were invited to the Spring Rally in Hespeler on May 19. A social half hour followed.
A Tuesday meeting of the Acton Business Men's Association led to a decision to halt all activities and programs. Lack of interest prevented further operation and officers were not elected. Funds in the bank were placed in a trust account in the names of the current secretary and president.
A stranger asked where to find a bootlegger in Acton, prompting the office to note there are no such suppliers locally. The exchange highlights that Acton has two hotels serving alcohol and a distant liquor store, and officials remark they will be prepared for future odd inquiries.
Acton Public Utilities Commission warns of possible power shortage this fall and winter as reserve Ontario power is fully utilized. A survey seeks eliminations to support essential war industry. heating power to buildings will be discontinued during the war. The meeting also approved water tower rust elimination equipment and road grader arrangements to protect waterworks.
King Peter of Yugoslavia, a Cambridge student, was riding a borrowed bicycle when his gray flannel suit blue sweater and brown tweed vest bike were stolen from him. Local police investigated the incident in Cambridge.
Acton and District War Services League organized groups of four to staff Salvage Room duties, scheduling teams by date and department from May through Sept. Captains coordinate weekly prep and ensure four members attend on designated nights at the Salvage Room, with multiple firms and departments listed.
Coming events include a feature picture titled 40th Parallel at Gregory Theatre Acton on June 1 and 2. Proceeds benefit Beardmore Foreman’s Association with tickets available at E J Hasaard’s and A T Brown’s Drug Stores.
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