Liberals Sweep Dominion Halton Returns Liberal Majority
The Dominion election produced record Liberal gains led by William Lyon Mackenzie King. Halton elected Hughes Cleaver with a sweeping 1394 majority, marking a decades-long Liberal return in Ottawa and a historic county swing amid weak Reconstruction results and a Conservative remnant.
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Wm. Lyon Mackenzie King
Halton
Hughes Cleaver
Reconstruction Party
Dominion
Maritimes
Ontario
Quebec
H. H. Stevens
Depoali
Walton County
Ottawa
Dr. Anderson
C. C. PR
King
C. F
Acton
Cleaver
Aia
Burlington
Georgetown
Oakville
Currie
Vibera
Apples for Scouts Boost Local Apple Sale
Acton citizens will buy McIntosh Reds from Scouts this Saturday with specially graded fruit fresh picked for the occasion. Attendees at Boston Church include several Acton residents and Missionary Society members marking a tenth anniversary, while a two-car collision near Oliver Creek caused minor damage with no injuries. Plowing enthusiasts gather in Caledonia as Halton showcases leading participants in open and inter-county classes, drawing support for Friday events.
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Acton
Caledonia
Halton
Harold Pickett
John Lister, Jr
Claude Pickett
Donald McNabb
Es- Quesing
Hay Bhicklock
Nassagaweya
Branley Fuller
Trafalgar
Halton Boys
Thanksgiving Week Publication Notice Echoes Early Printing
The Free Press announces an advance weekly edition due to Thanksgiving. Copy and contributions should be submitted by the earlier due date to ensure timely publication. The paper will be issued on the day before the usual schedule with the Free Press heard Wednesday evening.
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Wamal Cerreapend Rnis
Eams
Gym Demonstration At Acton By Toronto Central Y
A large crowd attended an Acton gym demonstration by Mr McVicar and Dr Cook with 15 Central Y men. The event featured boxing, drills and gym work, praised by Secretary A Maclaren and President G A Dills. Plans for a girls night and ongoing membership drive were announced with new equipment and renovations underway.
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Chumday
Actes Y. M
C. A
McVicar
Toronto Central Y. Ms. OC. A
Cook
Central Y
Acton
Scretary
A. Maclaren
G. A. Dills
Guelph Y. W
A. Johnston
Liberal Victory Sparks Halton Celebration in Milton
The Liberal party claimed a 40 year victory in Halton. Hughes Cleaver arrived to a roaring crowd in Milton and addressed supporters from a motor truck. The night showcased Liberal momentum as deputies and allies praised the party’s forward march for Canada.
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Halton
Dominion
Milton
Hughes Cleaver
Cleaver
Liberalism
Canada
Acton Village Council Sets Budget and Mill Street Maintenance
At a regular Acton council meeting Reeve Hi Miarrison and members approved the twentieth committee report with numerous small-sum payments including supplies, coal, grating costs, utilities and cemetery expenses. The council authorized a triplicate agreement with the Department of Public Highways for Mill Street maintenance and discussed fire equipment usage and Armistice Day and Poppy Day observance funding.
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C. Hi. Miarrison
A. Mason
F. J. McCutcheon
J. KE. McMillan
E. J. Nelon
J. E. McMillan
R. WY. McPherson
J. McCutcheon
A. Maxson
Ezve
Acton
Department of Public Highways
Mill Stret
Hnk
King’s Highway
Georgetown
Milton
Fins
Corporation of
PL. Wright
The
Canadian Legion
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Speeding alibi ends in case dismissal
In a humorous court scene the judge questions Georges alibi for speeding 50 mph as he explains he rushed home to save his other pair of pants after hearing a church sale. The judge dismisses the case.
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George
Various Interesting Items of News From Local Affairs
A crash injures George Molozze at Beardmore Leathers with a burned and scraped left arm. Hydro rebates reduce current bills after Ontario Hydro Commission action. Unity Men Club meets at United Church to plan a concert and social activities. Erin Pair fair displays strong classes in baking work and livestock with Acton exhibitors prominent. Duncan Marshall opens the fair with ceremonies. A Burlington driver escapes serious injury when his celery-bearing truck is struck by a CN Rail train near Hyde Park crossing. the trailer is demolished while the tractor sustains minor damage.
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George Molozze
Beardmore Leathers
George Ki
Erin
Froeno Braids
Acton
Duncan Marshall
No.23
Hyde Park Crossing
Henderson
Burlington
Wihort
Hhs
Canadian National Railways
EB V.breckon
Alderghot
Thedford
Toronto
Thank Offering Meeting Of Kndx Church Women
The Kndx Church Women's Missionary Society held a Thursday afternoon Thank Offering in the church. Mrs Jukin of Noupeter gave the worst speech. the talk urged dedicating time and service to the church, praying for advancement at home, and giving money without persuasion. Mrs W Thompson led dedicatory prayer, Miss Werle Orr provided a sale, and a social hour with lunch followed the meeting.
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Women's Missionary Society of the United Church
J. W. Barberree
Hem
Mission Band
Mioxe W. Mls
Kndx
Church Women's Missionary Society
Afrs
Jukin
Noupeter
Mra W. Thompson
Werle Orr
Young People’s League hears reports and elects new president
The United Church Young People’s League met at Acton’s schoolroom with the third Uplifter read and Scripture by Mrs. Stewart. Miss Gibson and Miss Johnston gave conference reports, Ruth Gibson sang. Mr. Masales and Miss Murray reported Oakville convention. Mr. Ramsden resigned as president, to be replaced by Mr Grenville Masales. The meeting urged frugal public spending.
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St. Alban's
Rav. My. Drillinger
Edile Pootiit
Geo. Simpson
Mona McCeachle
Simpoon
Miles
Newling
Young People’s League of the United Church
J. J. Stewart
St. Catharines
Laura Johnston
Ruth Gibson
Grenville Masales
Community events and church notices in Acton
Local notices list upcoming events at Acton United Church Knox Church and community halls. Bake sale on Saturday October 1st from 3 to 6 pm in Council Chambers. The Rosd and the Shamrock play October 23 at 6 pm. Eleventh anniversary of Acton United Church October 30 with Rev E M Morrow speaking. Knox Y M C etc. Monday night Amateur Night details. Lakeside Y O D E Dance October 11 with Ramsey’s Orchestra. Knox Church anniversary services October 27 28 with speakers Rev T G Marshall and Rev Rochester. Monday supper with a varied program and admission 5 and 20 cents.
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Acton United Church
E. M. Morrow
Knox Y.P. Guild
Lakeside
Acton
Ramsey
Slepivog Orchestra
Knox Church
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