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Newspaper

Acton Free Press

Location

Acton, Ontario, Canada

Date

Oct 01, 1936

Page

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Ninety Fourth Anniversary of Acton Baptist Church Observed

The Ninety fourth anniversary service at Acton Baptist Church featured Rev Dr John McNeill of McMaster University as guest minister. The interior sparkled with fall flowers as weather dampened attendance. McNeill preached on Christ as the answer to life’s needs with morning and evening sermons and a choir anthem.

Acton Baptist Church John McNeill McMaster University McNeiil Paul Jesus Corinthians Congresson of the United Church Dr. Morrow Yeading

Churchill Church 98th Anniversary Celebrated with Spiritual and Social Events

The Churchill United Church marked its 98th anniversary with a Sunday sermon by Rev. Albert Lecce of Muttonville on Ruth and Naomi and an Esther inspired message. A capacity crowd enjoyed choir music and drama readings, the Yowler supper, and a lively Monday night entertainment for over 250 attendees.

Churchill United Church Albert Lecce Muttonville Ruth Naomi Esther Ruth Gibson G. Masales Norman Gibson Aton Akitt Woodalde School

Acton Baptist Church Anniversary Entertainment Recap

A Monday evening event marked Acton Baptist Church’s anniversary with an Acton history program. Old photos and scenes featured early residents as M. Mosales and a local Quintet performed and readings were given by Mrs Ches Lan rough and Mr Cornet solos by Lannsberaigh. Reverend Me Banter chaired the program.

Acton Baptist Church Acton Altus M. Mosales QO. Plank Maggie Mrs. Veldhun Barbara Plank Messin W. Cols C. Franklin Miers ML. Worden Lannsberaigh Ethel Pyyunklit Jon Re Me. Banter

Rally Sunday in United Church

Sunday morning service in the United Church included children from the church school joining the regular service. Mrs Adamson gave an invocation, Jack Reid led prayer, and scholars Marjorie Noel Praser and Frank Molmes read Scripture. Superintendent J J Stewartalfcer introduced new Secretary Emery Acton and spoke on faith through stories from The Forty Faithful Wrysters and The Vision of Sir Taunfal. Next Sunday ushers will be provided by Rev W Foreman and Ballimatad.

Charles Dicke Hiven Roy A. N. McMillen Norval Orlah Weap Scrooge Mrs. Guntmage Sidney Carton Ruth Gibson Acton Betty Gibson Watte Vincent C. H W. Eliott Toronto A. O. W. Foreman Wallinstad Albert Leece Huttonville Knox Presbyterian Church Sunday School United Church Church School Strasl Adamson Jack Reid Marjorie Noel Praser Frank Molmes J. J W. Foreman Ballimatad

Shoppers' Guide Fall Fair Ad Pages

Fragmentary page listing advertisements for this week’s Free Dread issue. Names like Carroll's Grocery and Nacht Tage appear beside shoe stores and meat markets, with several unreadable items and scattered brands.

Salida Tea Heil Feke Carroll's Grocery Wace & — Bares Lavell Mras Pattersac Wholbant's Gregory

Prize Winners at Acton Fair

Prize winners at Acton Fair are listed for stock classes and heavy horses. Names include Craig Reid Gordon Rodney Leste Gunby Wallace Swackhamer Wilfred Brownlow and Hugh Rodney among others, with winners in Clydes and Shires classes and various colt and gelding categories. The note states stock entries were the highest ever and gives detailed pairings and owners across classes.

Acton Tu Pere Parcs Halton Acton Fulr Craig Reid Gordon Rodney Leste Gunby Wallace Swackhamer Wilfred Brownlow Gordon Aitken Gordon Snow Hugh McDonald Wood Mack Howard Bruce Coulson Wm. Gunby Jas. Wanslaw J. Curtiss & Sons Rf. Reid A. Hewson & Son J. Curtiss & Son R. Reid Stanley Stewart W. W. Matheson & Son J. E. Pearen Hewson & Son

Sectional Meeting Held in Acton

The fourth annual Sectional Meeting of Guelph Presbyterial of the WWM was held September 16 in Knox Presbyterian Church Acton. Auxiliaries from Rockwood Eden Mills Campbellville Nassagawega and Acton participated with Mrs W L Bennie presiding. Miss Mary E Anderson missionary spoke on Koreans in Japan and shared songs in Korean and explanations of crafts from Japan.

Guelph Rockwood FP. &. Blow Acton Wigginbotham Lois Atkinson Y.W.A H. Mainprize Grand Valley Mary E. Anderson Presbyterian W. M. S Japan Elizabeth Orr Miss Anderson

Field Day of Acton Schools Highlights Youth Track and Field

The annual Field Day at Acton High and Public Schools featured morning school grounds events and an afternoon park program with strong showings across age groups. Champions named include Murray Bauer and Irma Watson in juniors, Gordon Bilton and Myrna Mawson in intermediates, and Jim Jones and Kay Chapman in seniors, with extensive records posted for standing jumps and running events.

Acton Murray Bauer Irma Watson Gordon Bilton Myrna Mawson Ethel Pargeter Jim Jones Kay Chapman Martin Wossard Norman Wright Imma Watson Doris Wilson Dela VanWyck Murray Woller Gilbert Romphi Sick Cooney Girks Try Watts Jean Bennie George Williams St. iInches Don Ryder Mary Severs Margaret Arnold Doris Blow Jack Bunn Jack Blow Della van Wyck Lobel Brimms Jean Evans Dirk VanGooren Bill Eccleshall Betty Watts Anna Fairpatrick Jes Boys Willa

Unity Club Elects Officers at Church Meeting

The Unity Men's Club of the United Church elected officers at a Wednesday evening meeting held in the church school room. Arthur Gamble reported the year’s work and BIL Ramsden spoke on the financials. New officers include President Jack Reid and Honorary President Dr E M Morrow with various conveners and officers listed. The gathering featured a bean and weather feed hosted by last year’s executive and several members gave addresses after the banquet.

Unity Men's Club of The United Church Arthur Gamble Bil Ramsden de. Morrow Messrs N. ¥. Moore Chas. Mason Werd John . Nicol Jack Reid A. T. Brown George Emery Bert Mason Chas. Mason Grenville Mason BI Willian Bus Nicol Albert Mills

Milton evens the series in semi final playoff

Milton defeats Bowmanville 7 to 4 in a thriller to level the Intermediate ODA A semi final series. Clement of Milton and Osborne of Bowmanville each had three hits as wild pitches helped Milton score. The decisive game is set for Oakville Saturday with strong defense from Bagnell Colwell Gilbert Brush and Clement.

O.D.A. A Milton Halton Bowmanville Lake Shore Oakville Clement Osborne Bowmangill A. Clement D Bagnell Colwell Gilbert J. Brush W. Clement Bagnell

Dublin Institute Meeting Delights Eden Mills Branch Guests

The Dublin Women's Institute held its September meeting at Mrs. Nelson Anderson's home with Mrs. A Near in charge. Visiting Eden Mills Branch attended. Mrs. Wilson chaired a program including instrumental, a guest-entertainment talk, singing, a reading, and a contest won by Mrs. W Watkins. Lunch followed as social time.

Dublin Women's Institute Nelson Anderson Vic A. Near Eden Mills Institute Near Wilson G. McPhail James Gilbertson

Accident at Milton Fair Injures Spectators

At Milton Fair a bore escaped through a fence opening during a steeplechase. Spectators were injured including Mrs Harold Hilson who suffered multiple fractures and was knocked down. The scene caused panic as bystanders fled and officials moved to secure the course.

McQuibben Alma Milton Harold Hilson Milton Hety Alandin Saul Wee Ce Tarazgh Eadad Mrsin

Acton Council Reaffirms Reeve Harrison’s Continuing Term

The Acton Council held its regular session with Reeve C. H. Harrison chairing. The Finance Committee ledgered payments totaling 237.10 including provincial sinking fund and local services. an indigent patient from Toronto General Hospital was approved for County aid. The council discussed rebating Beverly House taxes, eave troughing for Town Hall, and tax sale actions. Reeve Harrison agreed to extend his tenure to year end despite relocating to Toronto.

Acton A.” Mason J. E. “McMillan McCutcheén E. J. Nelson C. H. Harrison W. D. Talbot McBain Hell Telephone Co. Ltd E. Jone Old Cemetery Toronto Hewetson Co Jepany Beardmore Co Beverly House Mooney Waorricon Harrison

Toronto friends honor Acton bride of the month

Mrs. Chas. Symon of 133 Wembley Road Toronto hosted about twenty former Acton girls for Mrs. Dan Taylor. A cup and saucer was presented and the gathering yielded many pleasant remembrances with an enjoyable evening. Mrs. Jas. Syrron of Acton also attended.

Chas. Symon Wembly Road Toronto Dan Taylor Jas, Syrron Acton

Nassazaweya School Wins Pair Shield Permanently

School Section No 7 Nassazaweya captured the School Pair shield on Tuesday for the top points, earning the shield permanently for the third straight year. The school also took the top pupil prize and another award. June Frank is the school’s teacher.

Nassazaweya Heai Whise Sonthig Ate June Frank

Water mains achieve Class A status after test rinse

Public Utilities officials reported 90 000 gallons used to flush the system after a fire underwriter inspection. Tests show discoloration and foul smell are gone and water now meets Class A standards, reassuring consumers.

Public Utilities

Reading of Unclear Local Notice on Parish Hall Events

Fragmentary OCR text outlines events and charges for parish activities. Mentions October and prices per line, with admission details unclear.

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