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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Nov 25, 1920
Page
7
A series of listings advertises houses for sale in Acton with prices ranging from 860 to 5000 dollars. The fragment mentions building lots and agents linked to veterinary and actor listings, indicating a mixed real estate promotion from a local broker.
Esquesing township council reports paying 3095.50 for two bridges and outlines ongoing road work. Items include graveling, culverts, and fencing costs, plus a dog damage wage estimate and a balance for gravelling on a tenth lane.
Obituaries recall long time Manitou area residents Alex Campbell and Hector Parker. Campbell, born in Ontario and longtime Hartley district farmer, was known for helping neighbors and curling. Parker, born in Chinguacoulty, Peel County, married Agrah McMillan, served as a school judge and Liberal. funeral held at Evarton Cemetery with memorials planned by local groups.
The Acton School concert at the town hall next Wednesday December 1 features a varied programme. Students from primary to high school perform dances songs and dialogues with the school orchestra providing music. A farewell concert is planned for juniors moving to Guelph and preparatory preparations include an educational association meeting and a community fundraiser.
The Quest Players of Acton Athletic held season prize ceremonies on Tuesday evening led by Chairman Robertson. Directors praised players' progress in the season with multiple prizes awarded to members for performance and sportsmanship, including specialized tokens donated by local supporters. The club thanked their friends for generous backing throughout the year.
The by election in Elgin Monday saw McDermand of UW FO win by a sweeping majority. Opposition candidate Stangell, Chariton and Tiborad figures are noted, indicating shifting public mood while Dayla Marshall and Conservative nomination losses are mentioned.
Local notes report church card party updates and upcoming events led by Pastor John Motlan. Reports cover waterworks progress, city manager hospital stay, and a loan for a new high school. John D. McGregor in poor health and Calvary Toronto call noted along with farming notices and agricultural prizes.
The week features numerous visits by relatives and friends to towns including Guelph and Toronto, with engagements, weddings, and announcements. Several residents like Murray McDonald and Mrs. Hoole are noted, along with moves to new homes on Tower Avenue and local church events.
A Sunday morning blaze heavily damaged Tony Seynuk’s restaurant, the first major fire in town in about a year. Firefighters battled the flames, two sections collapsed, and the structure sustained extensive damage estimated around 6000 dollars in contents with insurance coverage of 800 dollars on the building. The building will be repaired at once.
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