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Newspaper

Acton Free Press

Location

Acton, Ontario, Canada

Date

Oct 17, 1957

Page

23

Honeymooners View Queen Enroute to Laurentian

A fall wedding in the United Church united Ruby Marguarta Ford and William Q George Howe on October 13. The bride, daughter of Mrs Margeret Ford of Arthur, wore a white gown with lace and seed pearls. the groom, eldest son of Mr W Marvin Howe, MP, of Arthur, wore formal attire. The ceremony featured organ music, a soloist, and a reception in the church hall with a three tier cake and floral decorations. The couple will reside at 21 Water St Apt and Georgetown, with guests from Meaford to Saskatchewan attending.

United Church Ruby Marguarta Ford William Qgeorge Howe George Elliott Acton Peter Howe Queen's University Kingston Uher Peter Brisson Margaret Fluiott Kentworth Mary Ellen Howe Arthur Princess Atyle Gail Ross Acton Harold C. Bales Queen St. Strs Ward Withiam Stair Elmire Garth Jackson Carsage de Lairentisna Ma Howe Water St Apt Georgetown Meaford Elmira Toronto Berkley Heights New Jersey Toledo Ohio Hamilton Stratford Mitchell Palmerston Aurora Cota't Kenilworth Mouse Jew Saskatchewan Arthur United Church Crysal Acton United Church Bride Bretegroom Mar George Howe Ruby Marguerte Ford Margaret S Ford Marvin Howe M Po Howe Laurentians Ottawa

Parochial muddleheadness scorned in editor letter

Acton Free Press letter writer criticizes an October editorial as parochial muddlehead thinking. He cites world events and quotes Donne to argue that the editor lags in time, insisting more focus on local matters and human kindness.

Alan RO Needham

Prized Forest Drama Carved by Saskatchewan Expert

Francis McGough 47 years old creates wood carvings depicting a winter forest drama with wolves and a moose. The 400 hour collection includes over 30 pieces crafted with a jackknife and carving blades, reflecting a nature loving, non harming approach. He farms 600 acres near his farming village 100 miles north of Regina.

Whistler McGoust Regina Kabkabsestrot Mr. McGough

Eramosa Council Approves Community Centre Funding Plan

Eramosa council met October 7 at the Anglican parish hall with Reeve Oakes presiding. Trustees of Eden Malisvee requested $440 to the Fijen Milk Community Centre Board, and the treasurer indicated to proceed with the payment. other bills and lease costs were discussed. The next meeting was scheduled for December 1 to review winter session plans and town buses.

Eraniuea Rovio Counce Wes Etd Prsen Joseph Oakes Gieorgiat Haydistr Eden Malisvee Fijen Milk Community Centre Board Reque Bramona Dina

United Church Group Presents Skit At Acton Meeting

A United Church gathering in Acton presented a skit in the Sunday school room that drew laughter. Etre Adatua led the devotional and Mis Hazel led prayers as the group discussed year end thanks and upcoming activities.

United Church Group Gee Acton United Abe Aa Prac Carey

Clock Tolling Comment Seeks Winter Fix for Tower Mechanism

A reader recalls an old column about the Acton Free Press post office clock tower and laments the clock’s winter failures. They request a fix and question why the mechanism cannot be repaired when weather improves, urging town leadership to address the issue promptly.

Acton Free Pres Ontario Tf Moore

Chronicles of Ginger Farm Ends and GAD About Debuts

A letter to the editor notes the end of Chronicles of Ginger Farm and praises the new column GAD About for Actonians. The writer suggests local focus and appreciation for the paper's handling of community topics and thanks the editors for their work.

Ginger Farm Ginger Far Boece Laon

Baking Sale at Catholic Church Boosts Community Support

A church event in Missouri drew many locals for a bake sale and rummage sale organized by the Catholic War group under Mrs. Marks and Mrs. Daven. Attendees enjoyed baked goods and social time, strengthening community ties.

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