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Acton Free Press

Location

Acton, Ontario, Canada

Date

Oct 03, 1946

Page

16

Birth announcements and obituaries from Guelph area

Birth notices for Coles Hanson Fabian Nodwell Willis Mela and others list newborns at Guelph General Hospital with dates in September 1946. Obituaries include Annie Wille and John Duncan Meheron with funeral details, locations in Preston Acton and Rockwood and interment at nearby cemeteries.

Coles Clairence Coles Tee Wilma Hanson Guelph, General Hospital Fabian John Raymond Guelph Evel Hospital McParkson Ohrid John Duncan Meheron Rockwood Neoteh Lock Minnie Hannon Huby Mr Ho Mae Mire J Tose Guelph Johnstone and Rumley Acton Rockwoul

Local social rounds and sports wrap in Eden Mills area

The community held an old time dance honoring two long‑time residents, Victor Ingre and Wm Leachman, with many locals attending. Reports cite social events including a Presbyterian Ladies Aid meal in Milton and anniversary services at Hock Presbyterian Church. The village softball team defeated Fenwith to claim the championship in the Guitarton Karal Softball League. Quebec City’s population is reported by a recent survey.

Ben Wilson Wm. Barty Clark Farm Victor Ingre British Columbia Wm. Leachman California Leachman Matet Dales Presbyterian Milton Hockbyterian Church

In Memoriam Thompson and Kentner

In memory of Geo W Thompson who passed away September 48th and of Mrs Alva Kentner who died October 4th 1901. Lovingly remembered by wife and children Viola Henrys Mary and Archie with token of affection and fond memories.

Milton Fair draws attendees for fine exhibition

A crowd from various groups attended the Milton Fair on Saturday, reporting a fine exhibition. Thanksgiving arrives next Monday signaling the start of the countdown to Christmas. Birthday wishes go to Mrs. W. OR. Walker of Acton, who will turn ninety on Monday.

Mra W. OR. Walker Acton

Erin village water survey begins as engineers commence work

Messrs Proctor Redfern and Laughlin consulting engineers began the survey for a proposed water system in Erin last week. Mat McDougall is a successful exhibitor at seven fall fairs with multiple prizes. Kenneth Perry of Guelph faced magistrate court for theft after being caught rifling a handbag from a parked car in Stanley Park Erin on Friday night.

Messrs Proctor Stanley Park Erin Advace

Acton Legion Branch 197 Plans New Banner Ceremony

Acton Legion Branch 197 reveals plans for a new banner to hang beside the Union Jack at the Acton Legion Hall. The event includes a Monday program with guests of honor Comrade Irge Muasselle, a rose bud presentation, instrumental and vocal acts, tricks by Mr. Roe, a community sing, lunch, and a 10 piece orchestra. A delegation attended the H district convention in Simcoe and will report next meeting.

Branch 197 Legion Hall Raomer Acton Legion Tt Land Comraie Irge Muasselle Rose Bud Beaton Roe Acton

Faring Auction Sale in Erin Township

Auctioneer Hindley and Elliott announce a public sale at Mrs Mary Cooke’s home on No 24 Highway near Ospringe in Erin Township on Monday October 1 at 10:00 am. Items include dairy cattle Holstein and Jersey cows, a 14 year old Norse n Black Percheron mare, poultry, Mowers, implements, separators, farm tools, and a De Laval milker. Cash sale with no reserve due to Mrs Cooke’s son Clayton Cooke’s sudden death.

MRK Mary Cooke No. 24 Ospringe Tuares Stationa Chatham Fanning de Laval Turiig de Laval Quink Mra Cooke Clayton Cooke Hindley & Elliott

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