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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Nov 06, 1947
Page
8
Notices list births marriages and deaths with names such as James Kenneth Harris Margaret Lees John M Wilson Robert Garstang Charles M Cameron Christopher Thomas Moffat Annett Swackhamer and families. Addresses hospital dates October November 1947 and references to Acton Guelph and Toronto areas.
In loving memory of Ger Roszell who died November 9 1911 The rolling stream of life goes on yet the vacant chair recalls the love the voice the smile of the one who sat there Ever remembered by his wife and family
The family expresses gratitude for the kindness shown during illness at home and in hospital and thanks friends for sympathy and understanding at the time of bereavement following the death of Mrs. Alex Macdonald.
Saturday is Poppy Day. The fall rains aid plowing. Wrea t a Poppy on Saturday and give generously. Harvest days showcase by R F Chandler on Main Street with a parsnip weighing 1 lb 11 4 oz and another 34 inches long.
Mary Cordelia Procunier of Straffordville wed Albert John Irwin of Acton in Richmond. The ceremony was by Rev. C C Strachan with music by Irene Stewart and Irene Cotto. A reception followed. couple to honeymoon in eastern Canada and reside in Acton.
An authority from the Department of National Health and Welfare in Ottawa explains voices shape health. Pleasing voices boost personality and social acceptance, increasing happiness, which in turn promotes health. Harsh, monotonous, or slurred speech lowers chances for happiness.
Job seeking tramps may borrow clean pressed suits from a rehabilitation centre run by the Bevon Public Assistance Committee.
The community recalls Enoch Walker of Nokxzngaweya who died October 24 at Hamilton General Hospital after a brief illness. Born 1862 in Waverhampton England he migrated to Canada in 1876 and served as head surveyor then farmer. Funeral October 27 at Ebenezer Church with Rev. Pickersill officiating and interment in Ebenezer Cemetery. John Neilson Newton of Limehouse died October 11 after a stroke, leaving a widow and son. Funeral services October 2 at Limehouse Church conducted by Rev. C. C. Cochrane. burial in Limehouse Cemetery. Mrs. Alex Macdonald of Acton died October 27 at 85, born 1862 in Moore Township Lambeth County. She and husband farmed Nassaptaweya then near Acton. Survived by three children, one brother, and many relatives. Funeral at Johnstone and Rumley Funeral Home with burial at Fairview Cemetery, Acton.
Coral tributes honor the deceased with numerous names including the McDonald and Murray families, Northern Vocational School staff, Knox Ladies Aid, and many friends. Flower bearers listed as John Fraser, Edward McDonald, and others reflect broad community support.
Vern Joyce and Clarence S. Denny married at Mimosa United Church in a double ring ceremony conducted by Rev. Dr. Bunenn. The bride wore ivory slipper satin with lace veil and carried red roses and white asters. attendants wore blue moire and pink taffeta. Reception followed at the bride’s home with white chrysanthemums and a three tier cake. Afterward the couple departed for a motor trip through New York State.
The official opening of the Odeon Theatre in Guelph showcased the J Arthur Rank production Great Expectations. Odeon Theatres of Canada Ltd president J Earl Lawson declared Guelph’s venue the finest in the Dominion and pledged high calibre entertainment. Guests included MPP W T Hamilton and Liberal MP R W Gladstone.
Notice under Voters List Act states the Acton office posted the voters list on November 1 1947 for Parliament Legislative Assembly and Municipal Elections and remains for inspection. Voters urged to report errors or omissions by November 22 1947. signed by C F Leatherland Clerk of the Village of Acton.
Classified list offers homes in Georgetown Erin and Guelph with immediate possession. Lot includes a modern stucco bungalow four room duplexes and a six room brick house with sun room and large lot. Vehicles for sale include 1947 Kaiser Commodore 6 Sedan 1946 Studebaker truck and more with delivery options. Contact MUEL Tractor dealer and Geof Fletcher Real Estate for details and prices.
WANTED calves in the act on market for fifteen calves weekly all sizes offered by F Holmes & Sons. WANTED small room to store furniture for a few months by Mrs Geo Gibbins. WANTED Roy to work after school from 3 to 6 pm five days a week apply Box 6 Free Press. WANTED part time employment with teaching and office experience by Mrs Albert Irwin Mollet.
By law 819 Halton County prohibits cutting any cedar or small trees under fourteen inches diameter without special approval. The Trees Conservation Commission may allow undersize cuts in special cases. Roads must retain a sixty six foot belt of trees, with removal only as approved. Offenders face fines up to 10000 dollars or up to three months in jail.
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