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Acton Free Press

Location

Acton, Ontario, Canada

Date

May 24, 1917

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Volunteer call and conservation movement notes

A call to young volunteers for Kiogg and Empire urges joining now, arguing volunteers gain higher status and that conservation extends beyond forests and water to soil and farms. A separate note discusses pro German hopes for uprisings in the U S during war and their quiet erosion as authorities confiscate dangerous powers.

Timxuy Ie Kiogg Empire Alreays Teaden United States

Moore Soldier from Acton Killed in Action May Fifth

The Moore family of Acton Ont learns son John Lewis Moore 23 enlisted in Guelph 1916 and served in England before joining Canada’s overseas forces. He fell in action May 6 1917 amid Canadian divisions at the front. John was active church and youth leader with Epworth League and KOB C. He left a poem to his parents and was remembered as a brave devoted son.

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Reminiscences and Local Notices From a Ontario Community

A mixed column notes wartime memories and family letters recalling a loved one in service. It reports general community sympathy for Mr and Mrs Moore, upcoming church events, meetings of the Woman's Institute, and a series of local sermons and Sunday School reorganizations.

Obituary for Maca Wintas Turton and family ties

Maca Wintas Turton dies after years of illness and Frail health. She left a daughter Sadie-Louisa and Annis Gertrude, with sons and extended family noted. The Turton and Hmithers families trace roots to Camp Borden and Kingetes, with burial at Fairview Cemetery following a Methodist funeral service conducted by Rev. Avison.

Maca Turow Turton Min’ Sadle Cara Alta Taorton Richard Hmithers Bhors Peterboro Bebcayreen Str Bhia Methodist Church Fairview Cemetery N. W. Avison MM. ‘A

Blow and Overhalt Machinists Offer Auto Tire Service

Special attention to repairs of toter cars of any make. Tires repaired and vulcanized. Agents for Goodrich tires Auto Accemorica of all kinds. Our motto promptness.

Goodrich Tires Auto Accemorica

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