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Newspaper

Acton Free Press

Location

Acton, Ontario, Canada

Date

Nov 19, 1936

Page

2

Toronto Papers to Amalgamate on Monday

Announcement says the Mail and Empire is purchased by The Globe Printing Company and merged into The Globe and Mall to publish for the first time Monday morning. The joint paper will operate from The Mall and Empire plant at Hing and Bay Streets with a new KIng and York construction plan for a modern plant by next fall.

Mail and Empire Globe Printing Company Globe and Mall Journal Canada Dominion Mall and Empire Hing and Bay Streets King and York Streets Mall Empire Globe George McCullagh The Cullagh

Bloomsbury Literary Meeting Recap in Nas Kuyuweyu School

The Bloomsbury Literary Society met at S. S. No. 9 Nas kuyuweyu in November. Manuel Nellis presided with Ross Patterson in charge of the program. performances included harmonica pieces by Cecil Wilson and Jack VanGoozen, readings by Mrs. George Watson and Ross Patterson, a piano solo by Alma Watson, a duet by Marlon and Alma Watson, and a concluding musical number. Alex Near solved conundrums, Marlon Watson and Ness Patterson won progressive euchre prizes, followed by lunch and adjournment.

Bloomsbury Literary Society Naskuyuweyu Manuel Nellis Ross Patterson Cecil Wilson George Watson Alma Watson Jack VanGoozen Marlon VanGooren Alex Near Marlon Watson Mansel Nellis Ness Patterson

Committed for Trial After Hotel Fight In Moffat

In Hamilton on Saturday night Gerald Tun Eyck was committed for trial on aggravated assault and intent to maim charges after a fight in a hotel kitchen with Fred Cartwright, blacksmith of Moffat, who received 21 stitches to his throat and chest wounds. Evidence showed Cartwright spoke with the cook when Eyck attacked. a bloodstained knife was seen and a woman held it under a tap.

Hamilton Fred Cartwright Moffat Gerald Tun Eyck Cartwright Ten Eyck

Bolton Votes For Village Waterworks Installation

Holton citizens overwhelmingly supported installing a village water works system on Monday. About 1400 voters participated with around 1,380 for and 30 against. 200 ballots were spoiled. The system would draw water from a sheep well, store it in a hilltop tank to ensure constant pressure and may later supply water for engines at the depot. The estimated total cost is 330,090.

Holton Ciizens Counil Vilage Cop

School for Backwards Tells A Playful Parish Evening

St Alban's Group A staged a parish hall program featuring The School for Backwards and The Trial of Karl Von Bunker. Pupils acted with misfired spelling and headstands while neighbors teased Karl Von Bunker over a noisy odor.

Billy Plasseesevontad St. Alban Karl von Bunker Thelma Lovell Dorothy Bayliss Ruth Hubble Ada Elliott Harry Ware George Wary Jack Baker George Ware Harry Rogers Allee Taylor Dot Yaynes Phylisa Mackey Eleanor Jacque Daisy Buchanan

Peel County resident dies after wagon truck crash

W N O Hurst longtime Peel County resident died at Peel Memorial Hospital Brampton from injuries after his farm wagon was struck by a truck driven by J C McMillan of Cheltenham on No 7 Highway east of Brampton. O Hara was en route home when the collision tore the wagon apart. one horse died and O Hara suffered critical head and chest injuries. McMillan faced reckless driving charges, posted $500 bail after arrest by Traffic Officer Ray Hodgson Brampton.

Wn. O'Hurst Lfe Peel County Peel Memorial Hospital Brampton J. C. McMillan Cheltenham O'Haran O'Hara W. H. Brydon Mellan Ray Hodgson Brampton Juail

Highway Accident Injures Lis-towal Resident

Mrs J E Doble Jr sustained a hip injury when the car carrying the Doble couple from Acton to Lis tawal skidded on ice west of Rockwood. Mr Doble attempted to pass another vehicle, braked hard, and lost control. His car struck Albert Peers Toronto owned vehicle. the oncoming car collided but remained undamaged. Both Doble and Peers cars were damaged.

J. E. Doble, Jr Alte Mr. Doble Peer

Brampton Artists Star in Acton Benefit Concert

Brampton artists headlined a benefit concert in Acton sponsored by the Baptist Ladies Aid and Mission Circle. The program featured the Inex Sunday School Orchestra led by R Spielvogel, the Golden Star Maley Quartette, Little Betty Dugibert, Fort Bunton on piano accordion, Anderson and Nethercott in duets, and soloists including Chas Landsborough and W Cotes. Revo Byxter chaired, and the show supported a former Acton resident traveling to England.

Bapt.t Ladies Aid and Mission Circle Brampton Inex Sunday School R. Spielvogel Golden Star -Maley-Quartette Robertson Hallett Clark O'Hearn Suttmi Betty Cuthbert Fort Bunton Anderson Nethercdtt Bramaton Acton Vistt Bettys Dugibert Thos. Rigby Ro Spielvegel Chas Landsborough W. Cotes Revo EL G Byxter Wo Celes Heparin Acton England

New Rates Effective December 1 at Acton Utilities

Acton Public Utilities Commission met Tuesday evening with Commissioners Hansen and Reeve Harrison present. The minutes show payments to Bell Telephone Co. and various suppliers totaling 223.85, plus 104.45 for waterworks power and heating. Ontario Hydro approval to invest 1500 in Dominion bonds and rates to take effect after December 1 include no service charge for domestic, 2.82 per kWh for first 60, 0.0 for addl. commercial 2¢ first 100 kWh, 0.6¢ addl. power charges 2.3e per kWh for 50 hours, 1.4e for next 50 hours plus 0.33c monthly. Effective January February readings payables. Pump repairs approved. arrears list checked for collection.

Acton Public Utilities Commission Hansen Reeve Harrison Ontuario Hydro Commission K.w.h

J M Taylor Dies In Toronto

J M Taylor a longtime Guelph industrialist and former President and GM of Taylor Forbes Co died in Toronto. He moved to Guelph in 1902, led local business efforts, chaired the Guelph General Hospital board for 26 years, helped form the Chamber of Commerce, and held roles in over 20 organizations.

Toronto J. M.taylor Guelph Taylor Taylor- Forbes Company Dominion A. R. Woodyatt Co Taylor-Forbes Co Guelph General Hospital

County Dramatic Festival Officers Elected at Oakville Meeting

At a meeting in Oakville on November 16 1936 the Hulton County Dramatic Festival officers were chosen from represented groups. Other groups may join by sending a 190 fee to the Treasurer before January 1. Officers include President WC Brethon and Vice President Ao Palrorvil with Devate Secret and Treasure Miss EK Mitche rs on. A meeting of the Execute was called for November QUrd at 81Y in Lusk Mall St John s United Church Oakville.

Oakville Hulton County WC. Brethon PL Wick Ao Palrorvil- Devate Novl Eaton Lusk Mall St. John's United Church

Reader requests extra copies of tax fare page issue

A note from J E Whiterock Agricultural Representative expresses appreciation for local Tax Fare Parsee columns and asks for about two dozen additional copies of the November 12 issue, plus an invoice. The Hulton Plowmen's Association backs the setup and the reader values the first page article.

J. E. White- Rock Hulton Plowmen's Association Yam

United Church W M S Meets with Mission Work Emphasis

The Women's Missionary Society of the United Church met on Thursday evening November 12 with Mrs. Barberee presiding. Members shared Bible readings, devotions, and testimonies on Africa China Japan and Windy Island missions including a doctor graduate and a Chinese woman joining the church. Rev Dr Morrow led prayer and sang a solo.

Women's Missionary Society of the United Church Barberee Fern Brown A. T. Brown Jesus Hemstreet M. W. Bennett Africa Dr. Morrow R. R. Arnold

Boys Blamed for Milton Fire at Fair Grounds Stables

Alton police say three Milton juveniles started a blaze in a straw stack in horse stables at Halton County Agricultural Society fair grounds. Milton Fire Brigade quickly stopped the flames from spreading. Provincial Constable A J Oliver and Chief Hatfield investigated.

Badminton Club Visit Highlights Toronto Event

Acton Y.M.C.A. badminton five played Eglinton Badminton Club in Toronto on Tuesday evening. Games were tightly contested despite Acton trailing on points, hampered by low courts and birdies hitting the ceiling. Eglinton hosted well and a social gathering followed. Acton invited a return visit on December 3. Gifted note from Eglington United Church Badminton Club honors Mr and Mrs George Emery for years of service, signed by J Wilson President, dated November 13 1948.

Acton “Y" Bar Wainton Club Toronto Eglinton Badminton Club Acton Eglinton George Emery EgMnien United Church Badminton Club Ithoi George G. Emery Egdinton United Church Emery Ontario Aeron

Reeve Storey to be Candidate for Eramosa Reeve

The November 15 council meeting in Rockwood included discussion of the Yells Telephone by-law and a $15 grant to the Acton and Rockwood Canadian Legion. Reeve D W Storey announced he will run again, with other members signaling intent to seek re-election or continue in council roles.

Reeve Storey Eramosa Rockwood D. HW Storey Albert Yush John Hindley D. DB. Gray Wm. J. Pinkney Board of Wealth Messis Yells Telephone Co Mesara Lush and Pinkney Acton and Rockwood The Canadian Legion Messra Gray and Hindley Frank Day Yeuard D. WH. Storey Albert Lush James W. Oakes Briffy John Henderson

Woman bruised fleeing car door on highway near Acton

Mrs. George Barnes of Acton was hurt when a car door blew open on the highway west of Acton Monday morning. She had signalled for a ride. D. Brown of Toronto stopped to help, but a faulty door caused her to fall onto the cement road losing shoes and hat as the vehicle was in motion.

Acton George Barnes Barnes D. Brown Toronto

Chimney Fire damages home as brigades respond

A chimney fire at Mr. Albert Ryan residence last evening at six o clock caused minor property damage. Sparks threatened the outside of the building and neighboring homes while the Beira Brigade quickly protected nearby properties.

Albert Ryan Beira Brigade

Nasassagaweya Institute Meets At Mrs Simpson Home

The Nasassagaweya Women's Institute held its regular monthly meeting at Mrs J H Simpson's home with Mrs Padbury in charge. Members answered roll call with a soup recipe and shared spoons. reports and papers were presented and a potato soup demonstration was given followed by lunch and tea.

Nasundiweya Women's Institute J. H. Simpson Padbury BL Rhinehardt J. EB. Dredge Ayn Simpoon J. Young Ale A. Fletcher

Knox W. M. S Thank Offering Meeting Highlights

The Knox W. M. S. Thank Offering meeting opened with song and prayer. Mrs Blow welcomed guests from Knox Church Guelph and Boston Presbyterian. Address by Miss Allan Toronto guest speaker on "Pleumn Memories" included recollections of Mildred Soutar missionary in Ambhut India. Donations and tributes were noted including a $45 presentation for a memorial to Mrs Mary Moore.

Knox W. M.S Blow Predding Blow Knox Church Guelph Boston Presbyterian Church J. M. McDonald Muatuprize Mix Allan Willams Furleigh Margaret Brown Mays. Hennie Acton Cing Hennile

Dublin Literary Society Elects Officers for Upcoming Year

The Dublin Literary Society held its annual meeting at the school on Friday evening November 13 with Mr Linham presiding The group elected President Walter Linham Vice President Alex Walkie Secretary Verna Joe Treasurer Frances Mullin Pianist Mrs Robertson Assistant Pianist Miss Margaret Walkie Program Committee Mrs W Bracken Miss Bernice Bracken Tess Social Committee Mrs Bracken Mrs Black Mrs McIsaac An address on Scotland followed by a duet by Miss Young and Mrs Robertson concluded the session and the meeting ended with the National Anthem.

Dublin Literary Society Linham Walter Linham Alex. Walkie Verna Joe Frances Mullin Robertson Margaret Walkie W. Frank Bernice Bracken Tess Bracken Black McIsaac MeIsaic Scotland Young

Two Escape Injury After Tire Blowout Collision

Two persons narrowly escaped injury when a car tire blew on Bramsa road Sunday. Albert Smith and Gun Williams were traveling north when the right rear tire blew, sending the car across the road, hitting a telephone post and crashing into an officer’s vehicle driven by W. G. Newstead on Eramosa road.

Brambsa Road Albert Smith Gun Williams W. G. Newstead Eramosa Road

Ten Teams to Play in Rural League

A Rural League meeting set the lineup for the season with Eden Mills Rockwood Dublin York Road Jones Days Army Lorne Palmers Storey Glove and either Everton or Guelph Rangers as the tenth team. The league will operate like last year with delegate approval and a referee in chief.

Eden Mills Rockwood Dublin York Road Jones Days Army Lorne Palmers Everton Talbot Storey Rangers Guelph S. S. Royce Sand Peavey Joe Kentiner Loees Taoast D. Dawkins S. Simpson Cannell Dubin Yore Staad Jones Moya Limehote Lorne Furners Guelph Rangers

Reverend W J Johnston Delivers Thrills and Spills of Life

At the Acton Y M C A Ladies' Night the guest speaker Rev. W J Johnston past president of Kiwanis and former Ireland native spoke on the Thrills and Spills of Life. He urged peaceable living and noted the value of happiness and mercy while praising local clubs and supporters.

Coon Excuse In Court Over Second Theft

The judge asks why the defendant stole again after the first incident. The prisoner replies he needed money to pay his lawyer.

Coming Events and Concert Announcements for December

The notices list school and church events including Bannockburn School Concert on Friday December 18th, Dublin Christmas Concerts also December 18th, and a Woodalde Christmas event on December 17th. Parish euchre evenings, Women’s Conservative Club meetings, and a travelogue by Tall Bros are scheduled in November and December with small admission fees.

Dublin Women's Conservative Club Bannockburn Wamen's Institute Woodside School

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