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Acton Free Press

Location

Acton, Ontario, Canada

Date

May 29, 1952

Page

8

Unclear fragmentary item from Toronto area notices

Fragmented OCR text mentions examinations in upper school honors in chemical engineering at University of Toronto, changes in pastors in Acton, and Metropolitan Opera performances in Maple Leaf Gardens. Several misread phrases about dates and names appear. context unclear and multiple topics mixed.

Lina Bralda Acton University of Toronto Metropolitan Opera Company Maple Leaf Gardens Toronto

Local Notes Bok: Scholarships and Accidents Include Rockwood

Miss Ruth Smith of Rockwood wins SS Kresge Scholarship worth 100 for food administration studies at Ryerson Institute. Edward Cole of Rockwood reports 150 damage from collision at Gualph crossing. John Neerhof of Tara cited. Warren Brown, nephew of Fern Brown, earns 250 Charles H. Saye scholarship at University of Toronto. South Wellington District Federated Women’s Institute elects officers with Loren Guild of Rockwood named provincial director.

Ruth Smith Rockwood Ryerson Institute of ‘Technology S.S. Kresge Company Herold Smith Edward Cole Gualph Cole John Neerhof Tara Warren Brown Fern Brown David Dille Acton Charles H. Saye University of Toronto J. Brown Toronto South W

Sunday June 1 Shut-ins Day urges neighborly service

The piece urges Christians to visit shut ins in homes, hospitals, and rest homes. It stresses many are alone and unseen and invites volunteers to seek out those in need. It notes joy comes from helping others and calls for remembrance of shut ins on June 1 and beyond.

Foot and Mouth Fears in Erin Groundless

Lead poisoning caused the sudden death of at least eight cattle in Erin township last week after tests at the Ontario Veterinary College. George Griegson's Erin farm was the outbreak site as district vets sought a source while botanists found no poison plants. Dr. J. A. Henderson confirmed the diagnosis as officials investigated to prevent wider spread.

Erin Township Ontario Veterinary College Erin George Griegson OVC J. A. Henderson

Two Drinks Impair Driving Test Shows

A Swedish study tested 37 skilled drivers aged 20 to 45 and found that consuming two highballs impaired driving by 25 to 40 percent. Dr Leonard Goldberg led the experiment for the Carline Institute of Sweden to counter the claim that a couple of drinks improves driving. Motorforarna, a Swedish insurer for non drinking motorists, reports lower claims per 1000 vehicles and fewer losses per vehicle compared with peers, suggesting alcohol significantly affects driving risk.

Leonard Goldberg Carline Institute of Sweden Motorforarna

Campbellville Fireworks Draw Big Crowd Amid Tragic Death

A large crowd attended the annual Campbellville fireworks display on Friday with dancing by Millars Orchestra afterward. Miss Sarah Hammond, a part time resident born in Wessely Township and long associated with Michigan, died Monday after an illness since last Friday. Funeral was Thursday at 1 30 pm from the home of Albert and Ruth Stewart. Mr and Mrs Ross Carbert hosted a reception for their daughter Ruth Carbert who graduated from St Joseph's Hospital School of Nursing.

Millar Sarah Hammond Wessely Township Michigan U.S.A Albert Stewart RR 1 Campbellville Wessely Ross Carbert Ruth Carbert St Joseph's Hospital School of Nursing Ruth

Bagheera bas-relief presented to Halifax blind pack

The 35th Calgary Pack Wolfe Cubs created a beaten copper bas-relief of Bagheera the panther from Kipling's Jungle Book. The picture was presented to Wolf Cubs of the Halifax School for the Blind Pack.

Wolfe Cubs Calgary Kipling Wolf Halifax School For the Blind

Screen door add-on mix saves work on storm doors

Advertising copy touts a combination screen door with paintable varnish options and a standard size door priced at 17.50 without hardware. Hinges and various locks are also offered to complete the setup.

Public Speaking Nerves Reflected in Brain Image

A witty line about the brain's constant activity from birth to public speaking. The remark highlights the paradox of a busy brain becoming loud in public scenarios.

Edwin Gamble Wins Premier $200 Hespeler Scholarship

Edwin Gamble of R R 2 Hespeler won the $200 O A C graduation scholarship at Guelph ceremonies. Presented by the class of 1933, it honors the late Prof W J Squirrell and marks the Wellington county council instituted award. Gamble is noted for strong academics and extracurriculars as well as being the first Wellington county scholarship recipient.

O.A.C Guelph Edwin Gamble R. KR Hespeler Albert A. Gamble W. G. Gamble Park Ave Jess Itry Wellington County Wellington County Council W. 3. Squirrell

Ingleses announce daughter Linda Jean in Acton

Myr and Ken Ingles announce the arrival of daughter Linda Jean at the Nurse Home Acton on Saturday May 24 Mother and babe reported to be fine Diane Lynis Scurlock born at the Nursing Home Acton on Wednesday May aM 1942 mother and baby Jury wed May 23 1952 Margaret Laird noted as sister of Arthur Laird of Hamilton service at Fred W Matthews Co Toronto Monday afternoon Joanne Patricia Trimble infant daughter of Clifford and Rockwood born May 20 1952 interment Woodlawn Cemetery Macpherson mentioned Friday cards of thanks from Lyal McCutcheon and Albert Oakley memorial note by Georgan Harris Pearl Holmes Gladys Tapping and grandchildren

Ingles Myr Ken Ingles Bower Ave Acton Linda Jean Mother Babe Scurlock Myra Nora Meek Bristol England Diane Lynis Margaret Laird Hugh A. Macpherson Jessie Arthur Laird Hamilton Fred W. Matthews Co Toronto Trimble St. Joseph's Hospital Guelph Joanne Patricia Trimble Clifford Trimble Rockwood FL McIntyre Woodlawn Cemetery MacPherson Oakley Albert Oakley Georging Harris Pearl Holmes Gladys Tapping

Community Event Notices and Fundraisers Cast for June

Local notices list a garden party at Hormby Ball Club on July 10 and a Ballinafad United Church gathering on June 18. Euchre night at Legion Hall on May 29 with prizes and lunch. Bannockburn School event May 31 with lunch. a June 7 W I. auction at Campbellville Athletic Grounds. a Barn Dance at Devlin's Barn June 3 with Hank Macdonald and his Rhythm Rangers. Churchill Cemetery bee May 31 at 1 pm for cleanup, with donations sought.

Devlin's Milton Hank Macdonald Rhythm Rangers Kitchener

Farm Equipment and Vehicles Old and New Auction List

A catalog of tractors combines wagons and assorted motors announces a sale featuring L180 International Dump Truck various 1918 to 1952 model trucks sedans pickups and tractors plus wagons a Ditcher and a 10 ft dozer blade with mentions of post hole diggers and a few low priced used cars.

Dodge Studebaker Ford Ferguson Buehler International Combine

Milton Livestock Market Evening Sale Opens Thursdays

The Milton Livestock Market announces an evening sale every Thursday at 7 30 pm DST at 25 Highway Milton one mile east. Prizes include a grand prize for a lucky draw consignor largest consignor and buyer or seller. Bring healthy livestock furniture tools and more for cash sales and inside accommodation. 100 calves pigs cows stockers and sheep urgently needed.

Milton Livestock Market oPpecia D.S.T. Place Milton

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