Commission Mourns Loss of Bertha Hl. Speight
The Acton Public Utilities Commission held a tribute via resolution for Bertha Hl. Speight noting her service as secretary-treasurer and her loyal, untiring work for the community. A water service relief due to winter freeze was granted after precautions by the consumer. Superintendent Woolson reported soil borings to begin in June for water works extensions and tender calls planned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Acton
M. Manson
Aucrean
Tisdre
Jy Aston
Woolson
Haster
Hydro Department
Wright
MacDonald
Force Electric
Northern Electric
General Electric
Symon Hardware
Welpc. of
Ontario
Wedding in Limehouse Church for Gordon-Thile pair
Gwendoelyn Til and Allan W Gordon wed at Limehouse Presbytery in Linthouse Church before family and friends. Bridesmaids wore pink and blue gowns with rose bouquets. reception followed at Club Ritz. The couple will reside in Kingston with guests traveling from Toronto, Hamilton, Acton, Rockwood, Belwood, Limehouse and Georgetown.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Linthouse
Gwendoelyn
Arthur Til
Pimehouse
Allan W. Gordon
Kingston
Woo Gordon
Rockwood
Cochrane
Lloyd Thomas
Matecan
Honer
Vivtan Hill
Toloyd Thomas
Rock Oool
Frei Tal Taimehouse
Hubert Hat Mes
Toronto
Mir
Astithy
Helen Meredith
Sten
Ritz
A HM
Gordon
Vu Werte
Genin
Hamilton
Acton
Belwood Limehouse
Georgetown
Browne and Mudward Address Nassagaweya Meeting
Federal CP candidate CC Browne spoke at Brookside Hall Nassagaweya on May 17 outlining policy on home work education and health and arguing security for Canada against monopolies. Cecil Mudward UC UF candidate followed praising CCF reforms in Saskatchewan and promising provincial action. An informal session and Eden Mills meeting occurred the same evening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Halton
CC Browne
Brookside Hall
Nawagawesa
Browne
Canada
Saskatchewan C. C. F
Browne Apike
cSovial Sulehte
Cecil Mudward
UC. UF
Cc. C.F
Saskatchewan
Knox Church Centennial Celebration Planned for June
Elaborate plans have been laid by committees for Knox Church centennial events on June 3. A history book detailing early members and church life will be available, with a guest speaker Prof DD Wo Ting and local figures as hosts. An afternoon program includes displays, photographs, and a dinner arranged by the Ladies Aid for attendees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sanday
Acton
Gut Kink
Misa Taabel
Pegenet
Wien
Robbie
Kirk
DD Wo Ting
Toronto
N. Taranto
GG Lyneas
Curtph
Aid
Local Bulldog Wins Big At Guelph Dog Show
The English Bulldog Show Girl owned by Mr. Lawrence Wreck captured top honors at the Guelph Kennel Club International All Breed Spring Dog Show. She placed first in Open and first in over 40 lb class, beating all female dogs in the full competition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lawreace
Tower Avenue
Guelph Kennel Club
Acton and District Exceed War Bond Quota in Eighth Drive
Acton and district raised 109 percent in the eighth war loan drive. Chairman JUD Theadren thanks citizens and committee members including three salesmen and Mel Matthews for a highly efficient effort as the town surpasses its quota.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Acton and District
BSUS
Acton
Seater
Athens
Ganeenr
Ted
VIN
Ghova
DAK
Wool Combing Corporation
Los
Magog
Ofty
Ajns Engineering
Mason Knitting
Poree
Master Laboratories
Feo. Arma Co
Iso
Jud Theadren
Vwletary Foran
Mel Matthews
Boulton
Messages of Liberation Bring Joy to Families Worldwide
Wartime letters bring relief as prisoners of war are freed. The report highlights Jake Irvine of Bower Avenue and Warrant Officer James Robert Debbie among those safely back in England, with relatives in Acton celebrating the return and recalling service details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
Jake Irvine
Bower Avenue
Cpa
Mager
John Irvine Peesimishy
Irvine Testdy
Keith
CSM
Trvine
Dieppe Rand
Camp Stalag SH
EMD
Wits
Lorne Scots
Jas. Dobie
CNR
Clifford
Acton
James Robert ‘Debbie
England
RCLAF
Doble
Acton Public School
James
Ble
Brock Avenue
Ontario floods damage crops and homes amid spring rains
Western Ontario and Niagara fruitlands suffer worst effects as floods submerge ~4500 acres and 35 Wallaceburg homes flood to three feet. Rivers swell and land remains waterlogged while candidates line up for Ontario general election with major parties nominating numerous contenders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ontario
Niagara Peninsula
Wallaceburg
Friends Honor Mrs Gibbons on 70th Birthday
A group of friends and relatives gathered at Mrs. E. Cales home to honor Mrs. James Gibbons on her 70th birthday. The evening featured Bingo and a sing song with a luncheon and warm congratulations.
Liberal meeting draws crowd at Gregory Theatre
A crowded Gregory Theatre hosted a Liberal gathering with local figures including Mr Cleaver and Mrs Mayey in attendance. Reported attendees included Petey Pitts Bedore Ap and Tomastetrad, with coverage noting Acton and Cheaver's presence and a lively, engaged audience.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gregory Theatre
Acland
Hughen Cleavet
Mrs Mayey
Mr Cleaver
Petey Pitts Bedore
Denny
Tomastetrad
Dante
Ian Acton
Halton Deanery backs Bible lessons program in public schools
The Halton Deanery of the Church of England expresses united support for a Department of Education led program teaching Bible lessons in public schools. It frames Christian freedom and democratic rights as reasons to back the initiative and warns againstminority rights being overridden by majority will.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dawe
Ontario
Halton
Church O of England
Georgetown
Othe
Alton
Une
Department of
Department of Eatucation
Rockalong Institute Elects Officers at May Meeting
Mra Charles Harris hosted the Rockalong Women's Institute meeting in May. Reports by secretary treasurer and war work convenor Mrs Robt Johnston and flower convenor Mrs Henry Maude were given. Officers elected include Honorary President Mrs Albert Shultin and President Mrs Douglas McNabb with multiple vice presidents and directors noted. A $9 donation to the Jam Fund was announced and annual meeting gates were set for attendance. The session closed with the National Anthem and lunch served.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Harris
Rockalong Women's Institute
Mas
Myra
A Shultis
Ecbne
Wak
Fres
Robt Johnston
Henry Maude
Wm Pasmore
Albert Shultin
Douglas McNabb
Mra .C. Plank
Mart. Wm. Black
Mra
Wm. Dunbar
Black
Doris Watson
A. Shultis
Edgar Johnston
Wm. Pasmore
Chas. Harris
G. L. Graham
Gates
Esquesing Council Seeks School Area in Township
Esquesing council discusses acquiring a school area within the township. They approve bylaw steps, authorize payments to various departments, and elect delegates to a Niagara Falls convention. The meeting adjourns to June 5 for Court of Revision and council session at 2 PM.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Esquesing Council
Arestis
Ontario
Dhonpitad
Woodstock
Sedona
Cweniest
Biesayres
Sinance
Votcawa
Cleave
Asses
Asseaore
AW Benton
Cecil Chie Bol
Niagara Falls
Mth
Uth
Thia Council
Devonshire Chapter sale nets profit from bake and rummage
A successful bake and rummage sale was held in the town hall on Saturday May Vth by group one at the Puke of Devonshire Chapter. Mrs Wesley Marsales convened the event. A decorative bonnet donated by Mrs Maanica was won by Mrs Geo Gibbins. Miss Jos Whitham announced the cake made by Mrs Wol Cayton. Proceeds totaled about 120 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Puke of
Devonshire
Tome
Mra
Wesley Marsales
Maanica
Geo Gibbins
Whitham
Mire Wol Cayton
Sima
Lakeside Events and Dances Inspire Community Support
Lakeside Chapter hosts a Mile of Money event on May 26 and a Sunday hand concert May 27 at Action Park to raise funds for a memorial hall. A Victory Garden Party is planned for June 2 at Acton Park with music by local entertainers. Euchre nights run Thursdays at St Joseph’s with 2 cent admission. The Knox Church Centennial services include sermons by Professor Hay and soloists. all visitors welcome.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lakeside
Acton Park
Rus Creighton
Hues
Ros
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Canadian Hrane Co
Gordon-Thile
Limehouse Church
GGP
Nassagaweya
Guelph
Jatin Perdee
Frank Funds
Preestaff
AWL
EMS
A Lake
George Drew
COR
Liberals
Labor-Progressive Party
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Progressive Conservative
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Mtr Cheaver
Murater
Halton Deanery
Rockalong Institute
Iither Stefan
Murray Pheddert
Seth
D. EK Group
D. FE
Action Park
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St. Joseph's
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