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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Oct 10, 1940
Page
3
Readers learn about new centres and community communication efforts in a compact column. The piece highlights local initiatives, ongoing projects, and how residents can engage with neighbourhood groups and services to strengthen connections.
Sunday visitors gathered at homes of Mrs Jan Mack Ballinafad and Mrs John Ait Townline among others. Residents listed include Miss Ella Williams Miss Jean Altan and families from Guelph Galt and Guelph. The group shared social calls across communities in a quiet weekend scene.
A community shower in Orton Hall for Mr. and Mrs. Clifford Watson raised over 40 dollars for an electric refrigerator. Relatives and friends from Orton and nearby areas attended as gifts were presented and a luncheon followed with dancing to Ken Warmington's orchestra.
Last Friday in Rockwood a chimney area fire caused smoke and water damage to an old house after the fire alarm and quickly arriving fire truck contained the blaze. Anniversary services at Eden Mills Presbyterian Church drew many Rockwood residents, and the Rockwood Everton Bible Society met, electing canvass collectors. Mrs. James E. Gray died at Guelph General Hospital, with funeral at the Presbyterian Church. Weekend visitors included Toronto and Guelph residents. Red Cross canvassing occurred. road crews prep for winter work and winter ice conditions.
Eden Mills anniversary events filled the weekend with worship at the Presbyterian and United churches. Local residents attended services, visited relatives, and celebrated the birth of a daughter for Mr and Mrs Geo McAlpine.
Mrs Lacy Whiteside of Birsay Sask returned home after visiting her brother Leslie Webb. Mr and Mrs George Rennick and Marion of Hamilton were guests with Mr and Mrs D Stewart. Mrs S McLean and Mrs S Tovell traveled to Toronto to visit Mrs Marcks. Mrs H R McCutcheon returned from Toronto where she visited her daughter Ed Spence. Other visitors included Mrs D G Robertson and Kentah at Mr and Mrs Charles Williamson in Guelph. A tea by the Ladies Aid at the church drew over sixty ladies with performances by local singers and includes Red Cross notes and proceeds to charity. Mrs Thomas Mack of Eramosa visited village friends.
Residents report a pleasant purpose party at the Langford Haw residence Saturday evening. Mary Langford and Wilbert Haw plan to move to Rookwood and may sell the Kaatohtull farm. Local teachers gathered Tuesday for a township meeting at Bloomadbury School with attendance noted.
Family visits and gatherings highlighted a weekend in Acton with Mr and Mrs J M Wilton, Mrs LW McMillan and Mrs Grant McMillan. Perle McMillan’s linen shower in Acton. Miss Perle McMillan honored at Brookville Hall with best wishes and an electric radio. Teachers Convention affects local school holidays as well.
The Limehouse Women’s Institute met at Mrs Gowdy’s home last Thursday. Members exchanged plant lore, sang, and roll called with native Canadian trees and flowers. They plan a November visit to Palermo Branch and prep for the LODE salvage drive next week. Several social visits and horticulture talks filled the afternoon.
Fragmentary notes mention a housewife and a chair covered in dust suggesting few visitors or activity. The text references Jans-Yearum and implies neglect or absence of recent seating. No clear events, dates, or participants beyond these names appear.
Mr. and Mrs Yack Cornell and son Roy of Toronto visited relatives in Mer and Mire, meeting Patricia Airdrie and Thora Worhan over the weekend. Mr and Mrs Jackau attended a gathering with Mr and Mrs Habel Hrowi'e on Monday. Burkhiolies and land Aandi were seen in social notices around Vinten Mir and Cisdyeda.
Ballinafad residents Mr and Mrs Cameron Molinery visited on Sunday with friends at Weadan. Mrs Sinith and Mr and Mrs Alex Irving spent a Sunday last week with friends in Toronto. Mr Ervine of Taruite spent the week at his brother Mr Alex Irvine’s home. Mrs Peter Ferguson spent a few days with friends at Hitehaner. Mrs J Binnie of Toronto has been visiting district friends recently. Milas Booth, who summered with Mr and Mrs Irving, left Friday for Toronto.
Georgetown’s community honors the passing of the late Mrs Edward McWhirter of King Street on September 14 in her death year. The town notes a reduced entry hat and a strong showing for women’s work at Hallon’s event. Council proposes a two year term for taledpal bodies to be voted on in this year’s elections as reported by Herald.
A Paralytic incident on Monday night left multiple residents injured after contact with a power saw. Witnesses include Reverend Daan Walsman and Mrs Waterman, with Florent Ma Dowell and James Marehment among those named. The event occurred on Mila Street near Molasson, where a vehicle caused damage and a short Morse run followed.
In Oakville, Mya Allan Noawarthy attends a guest event for thief dasteltons of Ubi War Bia Hil Mackie, age 34, with services from Oniville Capdainy. The weekend includes Crakville activities and weather updates as athletes Weil High Bedwaal Sims Bete prepare for Friday events at Halary Unternationel.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a royal event where Princess Elizabeth will address or oversee children of the empire at a ceremony honoring a wartime cause. The text references godliness and references to empire members and a global audience.
Burlington notes show Coln Smith winning 40 firsts from 53 entries at a Millay Pair fruit exhibit, Mra. Charlton taking 17 firsts, and Chief Lee J. Smith losing a $45 wrist watch during Home Guard duties on a Nelson Township farm. Canning plants busy with tomatoes as weather stays favorable. Engagement announced for Clara Belle Bray to Samuel Trethewey. Town of Burlington sets October 2 for reassessment completion. council invites property owners to appeal due to irregularities.
Auction notices announce sales of household effects from Miss Caroline Canhbing and the estate of the late Alexander Kannmawin. Items include dining room and bedroom furniture, organ, stove, and sundries at residences on Arthur Street and in Acton. Auctioneers and contact details provided.
Public auction led by J A Elliott for Robert Scott on October 28 1940 at 1 pm in Nassagawea Township Lot 17 Conc 4. Key items include Percheron horses cattle Holstein and Ayrshire dairy stock pigs poultry grain hay implements furniture and farming gear listed with quantities and conditions. Cash terms. JL McMillan serves as clerk. 15-2
Notice informs of an adjourned tax sale held under section 16 of the act. The sale was abated at Brookville on the day of 1940. Parties involved include JAS W. MOPPAT and the_Assier.
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