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Newspaper

Acton Free Press

Location

Acton, Ontario, Canada

Date

Oct 11, 1923

Page

6

Died Tarawellie In Brin Township 1932 Memorial notice

DIED Tarawellie In Brin Township on Saturday September 22 1023 Atue Tarawell in his youth. IN MEMORIAM MCCAINSH Alfred McCainsh died October 9 1932 memory of brother son and mother. ANDERSON In loving memory of Te A KE Anderson killed in France October 1918.

Tarawelie Brin ‘Township Tarawell Hinclaut Eaqueslig Bert Aindaly Cook Arkwright W. A. Cook M. A. Furmerly Bramonn Beswick Acton Wednonlly Kanna Roy Mar Claftok Rowwick Jutchie Church Street Mary Molecan Georga Witthin McLaughlin Alloon Avenue Hilverthorn Harah Ann Porter Hugh McLanahlin Aymington Avenue Toronto Park Lawn Cemetery McCainsh France

Erin Fair to-morrow and local notes from Acton

Brief local items from the Arton Free Press dated Thursday October 1 1923 note Erin Fair tomorrow. Fire prevention is good citizenship. Turnip shipping, visitors to Georgetown Fair, Mrs Minnie Moore’s bungalow on Knox Avenue, John M Savage appointed Deputy Game Warden, heavy frosts caused leaves to fall, Halton teachers to Toronto convention, auctioneers at Trafalgar, garden Novers near done, anthracite coal price in Guelph, illegal migratory bird hunting rules, Ontario Sunday School convention at Stratford, Guelph Board of Education proposes auditorium use fee, four elections planned for next year, Women’s Institute concert November 1, Japan earthquake relief collection, clearing auction sale in Natsagaweya, Galt population drop, Major Lorne Cosbyappointed jail Governor, Oakville engineer for Halton bridges, Milton Horticultural Society prize for post office display, death of James Holmes aged 61, new home of Mrs Hornby Preston, Blue Dragon Tea Rooms destroyed, car damage between Georgetown and Rockwood, missing radio units, accident at Nelson Syndicate Threshing outfit.

Minnie Moore Knox Avenue John XM Savage Game Warren Halton Toronto Kerr Trafalgar Goat Milton Jack Guelph Ontario Wainad Ontario Sunday School Association Stratford L —Guelph Board of Education Women's Institut Duncan R. Cowan Co Japan Syohnana N Marshall Natsagaweya Galt Lorne Cosby Wellington County Toroato Toy F. Fish Oakville Acton Milton Horticultural Postville Jas. Holmes Mra. &. Hornby East Preston Mra. Hornby Preston Hipel Blue Dragon Clarkson Taotorinta Georgetown Rockwood A. T. Brown Claude Precious Mr. Ohardson Appleby Nalson Syndicate

Local Motak Trip Ends In Oakville Distance 4787 Miles

Widespread Ontario items recount a long motor journey from Campbell Island to Oakville, led by Dr W F Shaw and Mrs Shaw with two children, covering about 4787 miles. Stops included Niagara Peninsula visits, hydro power plant near Queenston, and praise for host Mr Davis. The piece also notes a car accident in Oakville, a ministerial call to Rockwood, and other community happenings across Acton, Guelph, and Milton.

W. F. Shaw Tuomlay W. B. Davis Gaxville Niagara Yalin Queenston Malta Davin

Fire Prevention Week and Gasoline Safety Guidelines

Fire Prevention Week emphasizes careful behavior with fire and gasoline. Key tips include planning in advance, having accessible fire extinguishers, alarm awareness, and using proper methods to trigger alarms. Gasoline safety stresses sealed containers, avoiding cleaning with gasoline, underground storage, no smoking, and using chemical fire extinguishers for spills. Also covers rubbish disposal and coal oil heater precautions.

Canada

Ken­neth Roy Berwick and multiple Acton obituaries

Obituaries list Kenneth Roy Berwick infant son of Clayton Renwick who died after illness at home and hospital care. Also noted are Mrs Hugh McLaughlin of Acton who died in Toronto after moving there, and Mrs George Ritchie of Acton who passed away after long illness. Funeral arrangements reference homes in Acton and Toronto, with burial in local Fairview Cemetery.

Kenneth Roy Berwick Clayton Renwick Oth Ine Erin Kenneth Troy Ninth Ies Fred Cleave Vek ‘Children'n Hospital Toronto Mra Jonr Uftle Lallinafad Sametery

Farm Stock and Implements Sales Schedule

A list of upcoming sales with buyers and locations across Ontario farms. October dates include John Boyd at Lat 3 Concession Enqueaging, Fred Langdon at Pualinch near Bouby Farm, Thomas Gill Ollan on York road east of Guelph with cattle and hogs, and Charles That cher on Sth Line Eramoen near Era mosa road. Additional October 66 sale by A Cc Guelph features Pure Bred "Ainek."

John_ Boyd Fred Langdon Bouby Farm Thomas Gill Ollan York Road Guelph Charles That Eramoen Eramosa Road Ainek

Acton Fair Impresses Visitors Despite Lull In Attendance

The Acton fair drew an estimated 3,600 attendees as reported by the Toronto Telegram, with record exhibits and a parade of prize animals. Notable visitors included Dr. Aldersen, George Hillmor, and local officials while the band led a pupil parade. parking, safety, and grounds were praised by officials for orderly operation and attractive displays.

Acton Alfred Bighap Toronto Telegram Acton Fair Aldersen George Hillmor Sharite Wobster Joar Btowart Milton Forster Oakville Burgess Guelph Acton Citizens’ Band A. T. Brown Claude Precious Wvuraga Polic McPherson Atkina Neevely Jackson Georgetown Mabel Cale Lowa I Lakd

Unclear OCR Item At Crewsons Corners Event

Fragmentary OCR text references a Saturday event at Crewsons Corners with names William Cripps Nicol and others. Details are garbled and dates unreadable. no clear outcome or context emerges from the legible fragments.

Town and Country Neighborhood News Briefs Incomplete

Neighborhood notes report the sale of air farm lot 337 concessions to Mr Beatt of Guelph road. The Marshalls buy a ten acre plot on Guelph road and will move to a new home after a salon of chattels on Friday 26 Inet. Farewells to Mr Jacob Burtamanmbie at his 6th Ine near Contuguby featured speeches and a farewell gift as he departs.

Monera John N. H. Marshall Mr. Beatt Guelph Road Guelph Uspow Atel Mrs. Marshall Jacob Burtananmbie Ine Contuguby Hart Aquila Evans Edward Wingham Mowyrr Goverge Harrows Wm. Sutton George Lana Dax Cass Hurt

Anniversary Services Mark Limehouse Church Event

Very successful anniversary services were held at Limehouse Presbyterian Church on the 6th One fant Bunday with Rev. Mr. Patterson leading. The full choir of Inox Church Georgetown joined in praiseful readings. The church was at capacity both morning and evening, credit to Mr. Patterson for his sermon and leadership. Knox choir members sang with great unity, and the ambiance was blessed by a fine anthem. A spirit of fellowship prevailed as all contributed to this year’s anniversary observance. The ten-meeting on Monday evening also drew a good crowd with Mrs Rennie Mrs Brown Mr Dilly Mr Hale and Charlie Berimmegar taking part, chaired by Rev. Mr. Cameron who thanked all who helped ensure success.

Limehouse Presbyterian Church Fant Bunday Patterson Toipresniva Inox Church Georgetown Knox Choir Rennie Col Brown Dilly Hale Harry Lauder Charlie Berimmegar Henderson Kr. Cameron

Crewsons Corners Work Proves Busy For Farmers This Week

Crews from Crewsons Corners cut a new road and oil a silo area as farmers stay busy this week. Town activity centers on graveling near the river bridge and widening approaches while farmhands haul gravel after harvests. A notable pair from Acton demonstrated a strong marital bond by walking together five miles to share a ride home.

Anxiouy Crewsons Corners Wansbrough Thirh Bridge Neve Cornom la Acton

Rockwood Forum Mourns Rev W A Cook Death in Rockwood

The community mourns Rev. W. A. Cook of Arkweight after a blood poisoning death. Rev Geiger led services at Rockwood and other circuit churches with sermons including The Prodigal Son. Local residents hosted visits from former neighbors and praised Mr. Harber for promoting town improvements. A local prisoner case saw magistrate Watt remand a Guilty plea for another week.

Bramont W. A. Cook Arkweight Gelger Hartge F. Green Rougkwood Rockwood Royal Mank Mere John Finth Alma Wister Splin Louvenu Wiluy C. Clarke D. D Nister Bert Mead Palmetaton Johnaton Charles Yarber Rudd Johny Sunters Thos. Harrison Harry Thia Jwhoe Guelph Watt Quiriea

Roadwork reshapes Ballinafad hill as project nears completion

The Ballinafad roadbed has been lowered about eight feet at the north end to ease traffic flow for the new works. The alteration is expected to attract both teams and crowds when the road project is finished. Funeral services were held for a baby boy in Acton, with burial at the local cemetery. The Baptist Methodist Church announces its harvest home and Thanksgiving services on Sunday, October 21 at 2:30 and 7:30 pm with Rev. Henry Caldwell of Georgetown speaking at both services.

Ballinafad Beiabane Alde Afr Clayton Moswick Acton Methodiat Church Will Henry Caldwell Georgetown Hamilton

Local notes from Terra Cotta district and area

Mr Jus Stringer and J Gorfon took in Acton fall week. Wugh Logan aims to run brick plant all winter with several men employed. George town fair reported good time. Miss Mary Lyons and Normal Hunter attend Normal School in Toronto. Mrs Bowell won prize at Georgetown fair for knitted shawl and sock. Families moving to Toronto and Georgetown area. U F C meeting at King home. October 1 gathering described as interesting. Thompson family planning trip to Kansas. Billingsley adds to Main Street home. Anita Puckering spent weekend with Marshall in Georgetown.

Jus. Stringer J. Gorfon Strtamer Acton Tal Hare George Town Fair Mary Lyons Mia Normal Hunter Toronto J. Bowell Wan Fat Peiad Georgetown Mra Bradshaw J. Haynes Mina Gertrude Anderman Brittania Thomas Anderson Town Inc F.C. Thompson C. Thompson iKanana Billingsley Pont A. Marshall

Tottenham magistrate handles varied offenses in town

Harry Greenglass and another man faced Magistrate Jeffs in Tottenham on a breaking and entering case linked to Orangeville license officials with fines and future costs. West end factory workers were fined for using CN tracks as a shortcut. Other cases include two men tied to a burglary in Orangeville, with Guilty pleas and prison terms for Greig and Beaver. A Georgetown dairy dispute about missing milk bottles ends with a verdict of costs and a bottle exchange suggestion.

Harry Greenglass Harry Jeffs Borris Tottenham T. J. Roellinson Orangeville C. N Brampton Costa Crawford Lee Greig Max Beaver A. D. Torrie D'Arcy Brrest Toronto Falconer Greig Kingston Beaver

Auction Sale of Household Furniture in Erin Township

The undersigned William Cripps Nichol announce a public auction at Lot J in Erin township Crewnons Corners on Saturday October 20 at two oclock. Items include 22 bedsteads, springs, dressers, tables, chairs, organ, phonographs, sewing machine, tool chest, kitchenware, rugs, bedding, harness, and more. Terms cash under ten dollars, otherwise three months on approved notes with 4 percent discount for cash. Roy Hindley auctioneer DWain Cripps clerk Ext PRowes.

William &, Cripps Nichol Erln Township Crewnons Corners Apringa Treaser Gluas Roy Hindley

McLean Co. Ladies Underwear Vests and Drawers 75c

McLean Co offers full weight underwear vests and drawers at 75 cents each. Linoleums in new patterns in stock, including 4 yard and 2 yard wide, with floor coverings advertised. Then Promotes yarns Monarch Down Buffalo Scotch Fingering Granny's Own Yarn at 15 cents per ball in assorted shades.

Turnbull Granny

Weekend Special On Men’s Garments Prices Slashed

Weekend sale features men’s sweaters at 4.00, fleece lined underwear at 1.25, Penman combinations at 2.50, flannel work shirts 1.75, pants 2.75, work sweaters 2.75, fall caps 2.50, fine shirts 1.75, overcoats 20.00. Various prices listed include 1.00 and 1.35 and 15.00 for selected items.

Penman's

Saturday Treats Weekend Chocolates and Light Lunch

Fresh homemade chocolates in assorted flavors with hard and soft centers. usual prices 50c to 60c. Saturday special 32c. Light lunch offered after the show with ice cream and a popular Two Fruit Brick. parlors see weekly growth.

Economical Meat Counters Offer Low Cost Purchases

Our experience shows cutting costs helps your pocketbook every time you buy meat at our counters. We provide the most profitable cuts at the lowest prices while maintaining quality. Prices aren’t quoted this week but you can expect economical buying if you let us cater to your meat needs.

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