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Newspaper

Acton Free Press

Location

Acton, Ontario, Canada

Date

Oct 13, 1949

Page

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Power Lines and Hydrant Levels at No 25 Meeting

The Actun Pable Uiliitlee Commission held a Tuesday session chaired by CMM isansem. A letter from Trans Canata Meapkjacks Ltd questioned water tank painting. painting of the flank was deferred at council request. Insurance issues involved a tree damage claim on lines at the tennis court with disputed wind cause. Hydrant maintenance, office lighting, and hydro line changes were discussed along with burglary insurance corrections. Accounts, including repairs and supplies, were approved.

Actun Pable Uiliitlee Commission All Wembere Prassat CMM Isansem Leller Che Trans Canata Meapkjacks Ltd REPC Ontario Publc Mdesity Commin- Ginn HEPC Highway Ji Grindell Main St Lambert Peerless Pump Co Lambert Alan Main Street Willean Pasaad Jtotre Deaparma Whitham’sa Cas Manco Electric MacDonald Electric Supp Jas FR. Kearney Minneapolis Honeywell Reto Express

MacLeod-Srims Wedding Held at Acton Manse

The marriage of Jessie Munroe Brims of Acton to Gerald Anderson MacLean took place at the Presbyterian Manse Acton with Rev Armstrong officiating. The couple will honeymoon at Medina New York and plan to reside in Mackeaming Township.

Jessie Munroe Brimsa John Brin Mr. Brims Acton Gerald Anderson MacLlec Henry MacLean Namagaweyn Presbyterian Manse Armstrong Mies Gladys McTmaac Rodwoodt Macleot Medina N.Y Cride Maqueaing

Limehouse WE Hold October Meeting at Wright Miller Home

Members present at the Limehouse WE regulary meeting held Thursday October 6 at Mrs Wright Mre EK Miller’s home. Mrs Stull acted as secretary in the absence of Mrs J Elerby. Reading and reports covered conventions, club activities, and farm committee news.

Limehouse Gaer Clarmany Alan Curren Mra Smathurat Ansa Guelph Echos Gentens S Gishby Brown Vt UEF Oversaas Alan Eileen Diane Shelburne Tld Vineet Mra Weight

Matthews Sean Wedding in Toronto at Bishop Strachan Chapel

The wedding of Sean Matthews to Mary Laura Harvey took place at Bishop Strachan Chapel in Toronto with Canon Want officiating and organ accompaniment. The bride wore ivory satin with Belgian lace, carried Carrickmacross lace, and was given in marriage by her father. Attendants included Mrs Livingstone and Miss Anne Scott, with groom Thomas Matthews and ushers James Bean Rob Carveth and others. After a honeymoon trip through New England the couple will reside in Toronto.

Mishop Strachan Schnell Taronto Ace Mary Lauree Harvey G Tean David Graham Matthews Charleo AG Matthews Hev Canon J Heatey Willan Honiton Belgium Joanna Will Ireland Mra Bill Livingshwe Misa Anne Scott Mr. Vaugh MeKmy Mies Dorts Kieck K. RH Matthews Messra Larry Bean Rob Carveth Jan Pirrle Pon Cole Airanite “Club Col Taam Rackeladt

Miss Duffy and Miss Anderson Address J O D E

Lakeside Chapter 10.DE October meeting led by Regent Mrs Alex Orr discussed fall activities including an upcoming film at the Razy Theatre Memorial Day plans and cemetery decoration annual bazaar and a Christmas tree surprise package November meeting to collect used clothing and canned goods for Europe and Britain Guest speakers Miss Audrey Anderson Public Health Nurse and Miss Duffy Child Welfare Worker spoke on health plans and cooperation Group Five provided lunch Sweden has been neutral in war for 150 years.

Lakeside Alex Orr Razy Theatre Europe Britain Mra Buchanan Audrey Anderson Halton County Duffy Halton

Progress Made on New Halton Home for Aged

Halton County Council meets at Milton to approve a bylaw authorizing an operating agreement with architects for a new aged home. Officials discuss counting potential residents, county equity in the Brampton home, and a possible severance deal with Peel. Eviction cases are raised by CAS head Frank Thompson, noting housing shortages, not neglect, as cause.

Halton Counel Peel Coounty Peel Brampton Chambers Peet Mary Pettit Ahe Peel Council

Acton High School Hosts Parent Night With Walkthrough

Dozens of parents attended Acton High School for Parent Night to meet Principal E Robbina and staff. The event featured a tour of classrooms, discussions on aims and problems, student exhibits including historical items, a luncheon, and opportunities to talk with teachers. The evening also highlighted a display of the family Bible of the late Hobert Swan and an old red Army jacket loaned by Frank Meintoad. The So-Ed Club at Knox Church began its fall program with a Thanks giving theme including a colonial film, readings, a prayer, fruit boxes, and refreshments.

Acton High School E Robbina Royal Museum Hobert Swan Hobert Swaan Wan Arton Acton Frank MeIntoad Frank Knox Church Clarence Coles A. J. Buchanan M. M. Coles F. J. Hansard Marguerite Roszell B. Roszell

Birthday Milestone for John H. Smith and Wife

Mr John H Smith formerly of Acton turned ninety yesterday at his daughter’s home in Galt and attended the Acton and Enn Fairs this month. He is a Life Member of Acton Fair and served as a director on the fleet board 35 years ago. Congratulations also to Mrs Smith who marked her ninety first birthday on August 7.

John H. Smith Acton Nintieth Galt Fieet

Approval of Zoning By Law for Acton Passed

The town hall meeting on Tuesday approved a zoning by law for Acton after a board hearing. The measure aims to protect percent buildings and guide future development with reasonable restrictions. No objections were raised and officials discussed clarifications and a possible donation of government funds.

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Dublin Community shower honors Mise Jesale Vrime and Gerald Melemi

Friends at Dublin Schoolan Wed Hhenday hosted a miscellaneeue shower for Mise Jesale Vrime and Gerald Melemi honoring their marriage on Saturday. Gladys Melsaac and Elda Vryer spoke for the group while Chas Cults directed a program with solos and a mock wedding followed by lunch and dancing.

Dublin Jesale Vrime Gerald Melemi Dublin Schoolan Hhenday Gladys Melsaac Elda Vryer Mr Chas Cults Annie Melsnac George Fountain Crawford Douglas Mra O'Rourke Nagtine Rand Mra. O'Rourke Jed Mra GQ Robertson Stewart Eliott Mia O'Rourke John Black Mr. Jordan

Benefit Baseball Game Supports Rod Ryder Family

Oakville O B A Senior A team and Acton O T A Intermediate A semi finalists meet Saturday afternoon in an exhibition game at Acton. Proceeds go to the Baseball Benefit fund for Rod Ryder’s family with expenses covered by the Oakville club and booth supplies donated by firms under Emile Coles. Tickets offer double value and gate proceeds boost the fund, now over 360 dollars.

Oakville O.B.A Acton O.ta Rod Ryder Emile Coles K. Surbey Vancouver Ssyers

Acton Juniors Win Playoffs Despite Mixed Play Offs

A hockey or baseball style junior series is noted with Acton and Simcoe participants. The letter from M. Piette, manager of the Alin coe loans, thanks Dr Niers for treatment and expresses interest in exhibitions and future careers, reflecting on a recent series and prospects for junior clubs.

Aden Nimcoe Ciaire Hoya Gew Acton Dir Hire Miuee Piette Alincoe Loans George A. Nirre Ontario Niers Simcoe Apotteman Menner Ind Tle Itereat Junio Club Tinice M. Searce

Duke of Devonshire LODE Chapter Meets in October

The October meeting of the Duke of Devonshire Chapter LODE was held October 14 at Mire Behroviler’s home with Mrs Wolfe presiding. Members discussed food parcel letters to Scotland, a $127.77 Food for Britain fundraiser, wreath plans for November 11, and an upcoming open meeting by Dr. Schofield. New members joined. lunch was hosted by four members.

Duke of Devonshire Lode Mire Behroviler Mra. J. W. Wolfe Scotland Britain Schofield Europe Miss Pearl Smith Mra Cook South Africa Mra. Evans Evans Mra. Masales Mra. Irwin Whitham

Davidson Black wedding dawns in Toronto church

Donna Joan Black became the bride of Reza Davidson at Yorkminster Baptist Church in Toronto on a Saturday evening. Officiating was Dr. C. Knapp with a blush satin gown featuring an Elizabethan collar and bouffant skirt. The wedding party wore dawn rose and white attire, with corsages and matching headpieces. The couple plans to reside in Toronto after the ceremony.

Donna Joan Black Ernest G. Black Toronto Reza Davidson Henry T. Davidson Yorkminster Baptist Church Cr. C. Knapp Tulle Allen Heather Scotland Gunnar Lie Jean MacMurchy Jole Love Walter MacNeill Stuart Vandewater Graham Matthews Frederick Moore David Black Mra Hilack

YMCA Opens Season With New Secretary

Citizens met the new YMCA secretary Clif Mullan last Thursday to learn about plans and see improvements. The social evening in the renovated building featured demonstrations, a punch bag display, a talk by Secretary Natton, and entertainment by Nob Redford from Toronto.

Clif Mullan YMCA Feaok Exdal Creighton Chenya Deaace Cum Natton Thrar Ile Ege Group Frienda Aleo Mra Sutton GO. Rognvaldson Ted Hansen Nob Redford Toronto HM. Arble

Wedding reception honors Mr and Mrs Melvin Storey

Nessagaweya Township hosts a capacity crowd to honor the newlyweds Melvin Storey and his bride. Calvin McIntyre called Arthur Diamond to read an address as a china cabinet a kitchen couch a card table and two cushions were presented by Alex Wale Douglas Anderson Horace Blythe and Chas Fatt. The couple thanked guests and invited visits, with wishes for long life and happiness echoed by friends during a bountiful lunch and dancing.

Nessagaweya Township Melvin Storey Calvin McIntyre Arthur Diamond Alex Wale Douglas Anderson Jlorare Blythe Chas Fatt Mevin

Community Events Include Dance and Card Games

Dance nights at Rockwood Hall on Tuesday October 18 feature Hank Hamilton and his 6 piece Orchestra. Paradise Gardens hosts Modern and Old Tyme Dancing on October 18 at 9 p.m. Admission 1.00 a couple. Euchre at Legion Hall Saturday October 22 at 6:30 p.m. Admission 3. Door prizes. Bazaar and rummage at YMCA October 2 starting 2:30 p.m. under Legion Auxiliary supervision. St Alban's Guild Variety Fair Friday and Saturday November 4 and 5 with tea and prizes.

Rockwood Hall Hank Hamilton Admisal Cedar Valley Paradise Gardens Euchre Legion Hall Ladio’ Auxiliary St.Alban’s Guild

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