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Newspaper

Acton Free Press

Location

Acton, Ontario, Canada

Date

Oct 18, 1923

Page

5

Marriages and Deaths Notice Fragment

BORN WHEELER In Lirin on Wednesday October 3 Wheeler a non MARRIED CHARTIUTH-DUUPON At Ht Agnea Chuceh Langirae on Friday October 6 by tev Wh Chartim, brother of the green Logis Moore Charterer non of Hamual Charter Mr rampten to Jean Ponaltda daughter of Mea Gideon Murton Woodbridge DIED CLANK- At the home of John Stalker Bagueaidng on Sunday October 14 1924 Jaune Clark need TI yeurtt HOLMAS- At hin home 42 Marcu s hvonus Taronto on Tuesday October 1923 Henry Krandy son of Mr and Mrs D J Holmen aged 7 years

Marriel Cuartrihh-Duiupon Agnea Chuceh Langirae Tev Wh Chartim Gree Logis Moore Chartera Hamual Rampten Jean Ponaltda Dachter Mea Gideon Murton Woodbridge John Stalker Bagueaidng Iaune Clark Holmas Hin Marcus Hvonus Taronto Ueuday Henry Krandy Mra D. J. Holmen Yeurn

Local Notes From Elora and Surrounds

Hallowe en events planned as two weeks remain until celebration. Elora spends 40060 on streets, leaves carpet woods, winter forecasts favor mild season. Reports include Nippon Relief funds, old home week finances, waterworks debate, and a mix of local curiosities from nuts to squirrels, fairs, and school prizes.

District Missionary Convention in Guelph Ends With Spiritual Uplift

The Women's Missionary Society and Mission Circles held their annual convention at Pulaloy Memorial Church in Guelph on Thursday. Leaders spoke on faith, prayer, and personal growth, with Mrs. Walter Brown urging prayerful life aligned with God's will. A new superintendent was introduced as the meeting closed, and attendees expressed gratitude for the uplifting sessions and musical tributes.

Guelph Saaulen Mr Spotten Amilaw Iwayur Proaldunt oMoara Mia Tronmurer Lpeatty Kergua Souston Pulaloy Memorial Church Mra McNally Mauve Swan Jesus Mra. Moutty Morus Walter Brown Aking Belos Christ Mre. Graham Efra St. Faaken Jori

Milton High School Field Day Guests and Winners

Milton High School hosted Oakville High School students for a field day with Oakville winning Taxoball by 95 to 1 and girls basketball 12 to 6 while Milton took girls softball 7 to 5. Individual winners include Oakville’s Alkans, Moore, Pearon and Granom in boys and girls events, with several open event placements for both schools across running, jumping and relay contests.

Milton High School Oakville High School Milton Taxoball Oakville Alkans Moore Pearon Mucknay Peacock Irwin Irena Granom Enlu McGoll Laretta Brush M. H Gladman Lawrence Lyon O. H Bronte Athens M. HY. S Ilyon Maury Smith Mary Lyors Catharine Howie O. H. Ss Catharine Howls Mary Rivas Mary Byers Mary Stewart Jussie Martin Gertrude Turner Ella Timmins Clara Hardy Annie Ruddel Maury Qa O

Bronte Chief Seizes Moonshine Cache and Car

Chief Leo Smith of Bronte seized forty bottles of moonshine, a motor car, and detained a suspect after an attempt to intercept a liquor cache along the highway. A fleeing driver escaped as Oakville police later arrested the car’s operator. A missing former Oakville resident now living in Toronto is believed linked to the case.

Leo Smith Bronte Mquor Iquor Oakville Kerr Ors Town Yyiddle Road Smith Toronto

Kenthworth Community Medical Event Noted in Local News

Neighborhood report notes Charlea Moby Mileu Mabe and others from Kenthworth involved in a hospital visit during the week. Mr red iyder of Arleoll underwent health surgery for appendicitis at Guelph hospital. A broad block of the town prevented a major incident that Friday. Robert Kerr had his mower success at Erle fate with his horses.

Charlea Moby Mileu Mabe Kenthworth Ward Wan Red Iyder Arleoll Fein Guelph Robert Kerr

Local highway progress and community notices in Ashgrove area

Roads improve on the seventh line for four or five lots though Ashgrove road remains poor with gravel work ongoing this week. Community events include a Presbyterian church anniversary services, a Milton Oakville choir gathering, and a Women’s Welfare meeting. Local housing and business updates cover new homes, farm management changes, and a judge’s court actions with a railway contractor finishing work near the village.

Omagh Bundylow McDonald Galt Moonsahi Oakville Mire Hole Milton Burns Thomas Juno Mtr Wrixclesworth Ullo Wook Tod William Hall Redland Cat Fred Wrigallesworth Ashgrove Ashgrove U.F. W Milton Community Club Reat

Milton David Anderson buys estate dwelling damaged and repaired

Milton David Anderson purchased the Uriek dwelling on Multront from the John Hunter estate. The property was partly destroyed about a month ago and is being repaired after a public inquiry. Also announced is the engagement of Annette Dorks of Toronto to Mr Hows Bowman, with a marriage planned for October 24 in Milton District.

David Anderson Hon John Hunter Multront Wittuh Milton Ayr Union Paris Prevton Worterloo de Mre Churlon Visury Tardatu Annette Dorks Hows Bowman Toronto Mutua Brart Alen Win Bitte College Viania Thoran George Ottawa Mathodipe Milton District

Nightingale wedding tribute at Nightingale home

A village gathering at Mire and Mire Arthur's home in Kaglubbull honors David Nightingale and Miss Mire Arthur. Friends offer blessings for a long, prosperous life together and faithfulness to vows. Rev. W.G. Le Baugh, Rev. Mr. Haugh, and officials attend, with prayers for guidance and protection.

Mire Arthur Nightingale Kaglubbull Pridicy Gon David bin Bela Neiahborn Addres Meru David Nightingale Vilonda Angela Wyer Thule

Fatal Auto Crash Kills Man Near Esqueuing Morden

A late Saturday crash at Ash ureve crossroad between the eighth and ninth Mae near Brampton killed Morden Lasly and injured three others returning from Crampton fale. John Giffen and Mrs. Giffen were badly hurt. Lestie MorIden died from a fractured skull. Dr. McColl, the county coroner, opened an inquest Sunday. a jury prepared to view the scene.

Morden Lasly Crampton Fale Yausie Hla Choad Uret John Giffen Une Kaquesing Georgetown Mrq. Giffen Hla Wits Nso Crampton Hospital Mima Lestie Badlly McColl

From an acre to onions in Taumington tale

A farmer sold 146 Dusketa of onions from an acre at 186 per bunket and 4 per buy. Net proceeds were YH. The report notes no record for Easox county wordines.

Taumington

Moving the Harvest Record and Rail Loading Milestones

The scene highlights Canadian National and Canadian Pacific railways moving the harvest with 7,000 cars loaded. Marketing totals show 6,014,801 bushels in a crop year, and 41,203,000 bushels from the prairie provinces.

Climbing Wheelbarrow Described In Curious Tale

A fragment describes a wheelbarrow that climbs steps using a smaller wheel ahead of the regular wheel. As it ascends over each rung, the barrow’s handles drop and the wheel moves to the next higher step. The heavy cart, often carrying up to 400 pounds, shifts from wheel to wheel until a fixed stone stretch is reached.

R. d. KERPUS Listy OF SALES

A readable fragment lists sales on Thursday October 18 at York road school near Guelph with lots including 70 Cuble and 60 Homa, and notes on other items near Churchua, Moss road, farm stock and implements, with dates in October.

Thomas di Mudy York Road School Qast Guelph Cuble Homan Moniday Churjua Thatcher Bth Line Erumosa Sra- Moss Road Thiratay Oviobur A. A. Gustph Atook

Fragmentary dialogue hints at sweet shop dispute

The text shows a garbled scene where a boy is urged by his father to buy ice cream while a neighboring voice warns that the gesture will chill blood. The fragment suggests a tense moment over treats and family dynamics without clear names or places.

Baitting Tale From Nome Narrows To Line Of Mirth

A quirky Nome anecdote centers on a fisherman named Dinhop and two young companions who head out to fish at dawn. An older fisherman joins, hoping for a friendly chat about catching plenty. A bishop-like figure interjects with a humorous line about having the right bait, sparking playful banter among locals.

U Erland Pari Himaole

Tricks in All Trades at a Local Jewelry Shop

An out of town customer interacted with a jeweller as the proprietor described a special eye for one customer. The discussion touched on engagement rings and weddings with anecdotes about Ahnoreus. The shopkeeper noted a large engagement ring sale forthcoming.

Ahnoreus

Roy Hindley’s Base Dates At Crowson Corners

Readable fragments indicate events dated Saturday October 20 at Crowadas Corners and Crowson Corners in Erin township. Names include Roy Hindley and William Nicol with land lots and concessions. Shuree holds furniture noted among scattered items.

Crippa Crowadas Corners William’ S. Crippe Nicol Erin Township Crowson Corners Shuree

The Youths Companion 1924 Year In Review Prep

A garbled 1920s prospectus from The Youths Companion describes a great 1924 issue year with adventure tales by C A Stephens and stories of caleb Poasloos, crafts, and danger. It promotes annual volumes, extra magazines, and subscription options, listing prices and publication details.

A. Golden Suine A. Stephens Caleb ‘Poasloo Ultua Xéa Fender Awiftacthin Nortan Storion Magasina Ffashiona Commonwealth Avenue St. Paultreet Hoxton Main Oftica

Notice to Creditors of Andrew N. Cree

Creditors of Andrew N. Cree late of Ertn Township who died around Sept 4 1935 are asked to send full particulars of claims and security to the administrator Gavin Cree by Nov 10 1923. Distribution of assets will begin Jan 19 1934 and all claims not received by then will not be considered. W W Farmer Acton Ontario administrator.

Androw N. Gree Ertn Andrew N. Cree Christian and Adrianmes Widm

Auction Sale of Household Furniture in Erin Township

Roy Hindley and Edwin Cripps announce a public auction of William E Cripps Nichol's household goods in Erin Township on Saturday October 20 at 2 o'clock. The list includes beds, chairs, tables, dressers, a Bell organ, Edison phonograph, sewing machine, tools, stove, kitchenware, carpets, and more. Terms: cash under 10, or three months credit over 10 with joint notes and 8 percent interest. Proceeds go to settle accounts in Clark.

William E. Cripps Nichol Erin Township Crewsons Coamora Edison Phonograph Ste Toola Gorden Foremah Roy Hindley Erin Fbone

Wanted man to write and police our town security

Wanted is a man capable of producing a good volume of writing for the community and assisting in security duties. Exceptional opening offered for the right applicant. Correspondence to The National Life Assurance Company of Canada at Toont? address included.

The National Life Assurance, Co. of Canada Tohonto

Clearing Credit Auction At Murray Bros Sale

An auction at Murray Bros on Friday October 26 offers cattle horses pigs and poultry. Listed are several Jersey Holstein and Durham cows with calving and breeding dates plus a variety of Tamworth and Yorkshire hogs and young cattle. Auctioneers include Ben Peth and Wilhon with terms cash on delivery and no reserve noted.

Hordella Guatealde Durham Joewoy Halfer Morgfort Rvan Jersey Iolstein Tumworth Yorkshire

Acton By Laws Debentures for Sidewalks

Notice from the Village of Acton dated October 9 1933 about issuing debentures of 462.00 for a sidewalk project on the southwest side of Stick Hireat and the village funds. Also states a by law passed October 8 1935 to raise 2805.00 for extension costs to water works along Victoria Avenue Church Street Brent and Camory Street with a public notice period of three months for any challenge.

Lyon Acton Dufcughiy Pialton Walit Villaga Victoria Victoria Avnue Fron Kook Street To Aml Hirpets On Churen Berent Viutortia Thor Patters Outober

McLean Co This Week Specials on Coats and Yarns

Men's pure wool sweater coats from ag to 42 in gray and lovatt shades priced at 3.50 each. Ladies' coats of similar quality in gray and heath er shades at 3.50. Boys sweater coats in gray heather with collar at 1.25 and 1.50, a sturdy school coat. Yarns include factory yarn 1.00 to 1.20, Scotch fingering 1.40, Monarch Down 0.36 per ball, Granny's Own 0.36 per ball.

Saturday Treats and Weekend Chocolates Ad Offerings

Saturday day treats feature maple peanut fondant at 29 cents per pound, with a rich cream filling and roasted peanuts. Weekend chocolates and assorted kisses priced at 32 to 38 cents per pound, with limited supply and an early order appeal. Brick or bulk ice cream also advertised as in stock.

Beatrice Ekonomikal Endorses Patterson's Friday Specials

Mrs Bea Ekonomikal extols Patterson's Meat Market praising value and quality. She stresses in person shopping over phone orders and notes Friday and Saturday Special Prices with a wide range of fresh meat, cooked meat, pickles, canned goods, and economical pricing.

Bea Ekonomikel Patterson's

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