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Newspaper

Acton Free Press

Location

Acton, Ontario, Canada

Date

Oct 04, 1945

Page

2

United Church Centennial Guest Preacher Inspires Congregation

Rev. Dr. Avison delivered the sermon at the United Church centennial services, praising past leaders and urging a church open seven days a week. The event featured choir performances by Mrs Mowat and Mrs Wow, with remarks on Christian duty and community.

Avison United Centennial United Church Prale Mowat Wow Christ Maa Aviso Avtson Antiagh Actona Alana Aery Harold Mowat Cheahall Jesus Sas Outtralie Uae Apsranateal Miro Mra Rae Atvetanvetä

Athletics Revival in Acton under One Organization

Acton community plans to revive sports for youths under a single organizing body. The initiative aims to promote hockey, track, and sports, improve grounds and facilities, and provide camps and activities for young people, led by local organizers and titled figures. A September gathering at the Acton Lodge welcomed visiting members and honored local volunteers with certificates and speeches.

Acton Acton Athletic Amsadattu Aome Fite Hocke Tacehall Apotis Amd Actun Ete Wa Wipasiicat Wd Mupessiaian Presan Kates Actan Mead Athletice Assention Ane Fred Dawkins Borst Pee Daotin Rusuet Ray Mason Chatman Anderson Omesistant J Wiles

Harry Holmes Car Stolen From Beside Residence

A sedan owned by Harry Holmes was reported stolen from beside his residence on Park Avenue. The incident occurred while Holmes was at work and persisted into the afternoon. Police are investigating and seeking witnesses or surveillance footage from the area.

Harry Holmes Harrys Hotties Park Avenue Marcy Bory Weeywratesn AQIS

Council Meets On Ratepayer Properties and Sewer Plans

The council gathered with ratepayers to discuss sewer needs and property protection as a plan to route sewers across ERC properties was debated. Meetings reviewed bylaw changes for waterworks, town plans for new Queen Street survey results, and appointments including Municipal Treasurer.

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School Board approves Cadet uniforms and craft supplies

Board authorizes five cadet uniforms and handicraft supplies with a provincial grant near the budget. Principal Stewart notes religious education policy remains unchanged. staff to teach if consensus cannot be reached. Grounds lighting discussed with Public Ladies Commission as drinking use grows.

J Chapman Voesdas Acton Board of Mt Charman Vow Kure Stewart Cope McRkenzsie Board of Treavhant Public _Ladies Commission Hiswant Sc Rob Mobachem Suppp Nat Nem Nat Nem Wem Expere Arpriates Pireane SS Mreegess Fereny Perce Pertaroed

Welcome Home To Men from Acton and District

A ragged notice lists returning servicemen from Acton and district including Pte Paster Crewson's Corners, Pte Withers at home after five years overseas, Pte Alger who served in Africa and Europe, and others like Pte Nodwell, Genlly Anderson, James Waterhouse, and Permman. It notes family connections, posts overseas, and arrivals in Acton with dates and hometown links.

Ty Ma Tle Phe Rieth Watters Daly Sily Germany Alex Medtonald Crewson Cana Pte Paster Jim Waterhouse Acton

Duck Fishing Chronicle Report at St Lawrence River

Fragmentary note describes Frank attempting duck fishing at Lavallese on the St Lawrence River. He manages an action moment and then appears to lose a catch or slip. Details are unclear due to garbled OCR but place and river are named with a brief fishing attempt noted.

Frank St Lawrence sCwck

Acton Soldier Dies in England Family Grieves

Staff Sergeant Neil McNabb of Acton was killed in a train wreck in England after enlisting with the Lorne Scots in April 1942. He had overseas service, earned promotion, and planned to continue studies in archaeology. He leaves a brother Colin and sister Retta, with many friends in Acton. Ontario Hydro plans a $7,000,000 expansion of the Decew Falls plant.

Jack Alger France Toronto Africa Lily Italy Holland Belgium Victor Acton Ontario Reformatory Thuelph McNabb Mr Nabb Jos MicNabb Ned Furst Andio Ata Gittawi Laandon Sundaes van Embankment Seto Neil Madsho Lorne Scots Storey Grove Neil McNabb England Scotland Canada Sgt. McNabb Colin Nassau Bahama Islands Retta Weerta Gee

Wertngs pe tater Eventy under the teeta a are dateet

Community notices announce a dance event hosted by the Aston Ladies Crargy Behewsent Association on Monday evening at 5.0 sharp. Tickets and admission details are listed with a welcoming message for all attendees.

Wre Cradce Aston

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