Ballinafad Community Notes Socials and Milestones
A string of town events is reported from Ballinafad. On Nov 19 a Sunday School meeting at Mrs. W Wiley’s home ended with refreshments. The Mission Band held a Fall Thank Offering in the United Church led by Mrs. R McEmery with readings and a story by Mrs. Vannatter. Nov 30 marked the Baby Band tenth anniversary at Miss Beatrice Hills’ home with songs and a birthday cake, and congratulations from Miss McKay of Georgetown. A fall at Mrs. H Hilts’ home caused Miss Maude Young to fracture her ankle. she was treated at Orangeville Hospital and then sent home. Mr. McMenemy continues to recover from a recent accident. Mr. A R MacEnery plans to move into Mrs. E Kentmer’s former residence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. Wiley
United Church
Beatrice Hills
Ballhafad
Dorothy
Marjory
Vera Warne
Muriel Hills
Miss McKay
Georgetown
Miss Hilts
Starver
F. Shortill
Warne
H. Hilts
Maude Young
H. Price
Gear
Orangeville Hospital
McMennemy
A. R. MacEnery
E. Kentmer
British Refugee Fund
George _Ramsay
Cumnock
Joseph Frank Ard
Sam Frank
J. J’ Kennedy
Pearl
Marie
Thos. Howden
Hornby Mies
Mary Wilson
Chris
Frank
Albert Harris
Acton
Alan Perrier
Ernest J. Keep
St.Gatharines
Lawrence King
Jimmy
Sna
Reg. Butcher
Lois Copeland
B.P. ‘King
Hendersons Host Smith Clan Gathering in NASSAGAWeya
NASSAGAWEYA Mr and Mrs Davie Henderson of Brookville hosted a Smith clan party on November 13 with cards dancing and a lunch. Nearby events include a November 19 Brookville Hall gathering to celebrate Mr and Mrs Thomas Warren's marriage with an address and gifts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Davie Henderson
Brookville
Smith
Gerald Henderson
Thos. Kennedy
Wrired Kenny
Tommy
Hazel
J. J. Kennedy
Pearl
Marie
L W . McMillan
Don
Grant McMillan
Bonna
James Henderson
Joseph Henderson
Brookville Hall
Thomas Warren
Reta Blacklock
Lloyd
Campbell
Douglas, Freeman
Pauline Elsley
Warren
Reta
Samch
Sam Frank
Shrace McLaughlin
Norval
Tea Benefit for Christmas Fund Hosted by Milisses Beard
Milisses Beard and Dorothy Simmons hosted an afternoon tea at Beard’s home to support the Christmas Fund for the T.I.S. Class of the United Church. Mrs Burns poured tea and Shirley Redfern performed guitar numbers for guests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Milsses
Marjorie Beard
Dorothy Simmons
T.I.S
The
United Church
Burns
Shirley Redfern
Local News From Hillsburg Area Includes Friendly Visits
Mr and Mrs Ed Dearing and daughters of Toronto visited relatives Sunday. Alf Dickson and Morley Atton spent weekends with local families. A large turnout attended Marsville United Church turkey supper last Thursday evening, to the praise of the organizers. John Dolson of Toronto visited this vicinity recently. Three young hitchhikers caused concern before returning home. Mrs Smith and Mrs Henry of Stratford visited sister Mrs Armstrong over the weekend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Conn
Morley Atton
Atton
Lakes
Tobermory
Marsville United Church
John’ Dolson
Toronto
Hillsburg
Western Hotel
Pop
Community road upgrade praised by County Council
The County Council approved needed improvements on the road from the village to the highway. Visitors from Brantford Toronto Erin and Port Albert attended gatherings and renewed old acquaintances over the weekend. Notables listed include Randolph Croft Pranklin Wright Morrow Norrie and Lane among others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Messrs
Randolph
Pranklin Croft
Gordon Grieg
Brantford
E. Watson
Toronto
Ivens
Gales
Earl Scott and
Garry
Malton
Thomas Haines
John
Everton and Ospringe Social Roundup Lists Local Visits
Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Couling and several families spent Sunday with relatives in Guelph and Ospringe. Barbara Benham stayed with grandparents, while Mrs. Usherwood and Miss Sunter visited in Guelph and Ospringe. Mrs. Patten and Mrs. Welsman moved among hosts in Guelph and Ospringe. The community mourns Master Murray Stewart’s hospital stay and Mrs. J P McLeod’s serious illness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Barbara Benham
W. VanNorman
Guelph
W. Usherwood
M . Sunter
Harold Sunter
Stanley
Stewart
Muriel
Will McKenzie
G. G. Robertson
Actéh
Norman
Elm
Murray Stewart
Discipleship Lessons on Following Christ and Cost
A Sunday School text analyzes Luke 9 49 62 focusing on real followers who must reject party lines and fear of loss. It stresses that true discipleship requires readiness to suffer for Jesus and to abandon worldly ties and delaying tactics in pursuing the kingdom of God.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Phace
Jerusalem
Christ
Jesus
Mark
Tim
Peter
Lot
Badminton Opens Season With Local Club Tournament
The Y Column V reports a full turnout for badminton Thursday night as a draw tournament kicks off the season. Kay Chapman and George Williams won all matches and the prize. Officers elected include George Williams as president, Kay Chapman as Ladies Team Captain, and Monty Roote as Men's Team Captain. Junior groups formed three teams each with captains named, to serve until January. New club notices invite participation in weekly eight o clock tournaments and future invitations to other clubs. The Acton YMCA Players schedule a December 4 meeting at 6 pm with a social to follow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kay Chapman
George Williams
George Willams
Monty Roote
Timbeday
Jack Crichton
Fred Kentner
Ken Adamson
Acton Ymc
Y.M.C.A
County Council endorses forming county civil guard
The council moved to authorize the Treasurer to secure best prices for debentures of by law 748 and submit to the next regular meeting. A Fergus resolution urged government help for free passes to Forces on leave. A report from the County Good Roads Committee and County Engineer on the Quebec City convention urged heavier highways to carry military equipment and noted wartime demobilization needs. Gas tax and motor vehicle revenues should be earmarked for highway construction. Council adjourned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Byers
Blair
Fergus
Halton Council
Gilbert
County Good Roads Committee
Smith
Quebec City
Mr. Gilbert
Canada
T. B. McQuestion
iJn
Ontario
A. W. Brandt
New York State
United States
Mrs. McLaren Fractures Bones After Basement Fall
Mrs John McLaren fell on basement steps while preparing the evening meal on Thursday. She sustained multiple fractures and a dislocation, with latest reports indicating she is as well as can be expected under the circumstances.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John McLaren
Advocate
Village sales and job ads in Acton and Erin area
Classified notices advertise auction sales for farm equipment cattle and property in Erin and Eramosa townships with Roy Hindley as auctioneer along with help wanted and farm for sale listings. Local notices invite applicants for domestic work and general labor and promote a work from home opportunity with Familex Products encouraging start capital of 50.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Trey
Thos Dearing
Orton
Roy Hindley
George Robertson
Eramosa
Erin-Eramosa
Iite
Ayrshire
Parm
C_O. Plank
Erin and
Eramees
Fpamilex
Familex
Clement
Bireet
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Neighborhood News
Ballinafad
C.g.lt. Class of the United Church
E*ste Gordon
James Roberts
Hamilton
Fred Day
James Lynch
Mrs. Ed. Dearing
Alf. Dickson
Limehouse
Everton
Alfred Couling
S. Hamilton
Joan Rumiley
Ena van der Critten
Eleanor Allen
Barbara Nelson
Betty Masters
Shirley Eliott
County Council
County Civil Guard
Erin
ST. George's Square
Jos. H. Boyd
F.S. Blow
Johnstone & Rumley
Acton, Ont
Schnieder
Lovell Bros
Ov Clifton “Auetord, A
Church School
Presbyterian Knox Church
L. Renner
Wilow Street
Bible Clann
Keablotis
Robert Dick
JD. Brown
R .R
Caah
E White
Mill
Frederick Streets
Ial Newke
Joe Raven
R. R. No 1
Broarders
RR. Shaw
Victoria and Queen Street
Oxford Rams
Oxford Rama
Ewe Lamba
Gordon Leslie
Wera
Wall
Third Line
Bramona
No.7 Highway
Leslie Campbell
Frank Petch
John McGregor
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