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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Oct 23, 1941
Page
3
Mr. David McEnery visited friends in Georgetown on Saturday. Mr. J Sopgy spent a few days last week with fads at Morriston. Mrs. Mullen, visiting at the homes of her sisters Mrs. Yrvine and Mrs. Smith, left on Sunday for Detroit.
Erin and Orangeville visitors share Sunday calls with local residents. Funeral attendance reports Cameron Ramshaw’s service at Ebenezer. Niagara Falls and Guelph visitors drop in while Isabelle Scanton visits Cooksville. One line notes a farm vacated on townline. The rest is garbled and unclear.
A high speed collision on Queen Elizabeth Way injures three. driver Wm. Gillan of Hamilton is jailed. Assessor Berry reports town valuation up by 111,500 to 4,375 residents, noting Beach census discrepancies. War Savings Drive lacks a local chairman as October 20 nears. Burlington’s monthly quota sits at 5000 with uncertain progress.
A gloom over Nassagaweya follows the sudden death of William Pamepon Ramshaw on October 16 after a day spent harvesting potatoes. He was the last surviving Ramshaw child. The funeral at Ebenezer United Church drew a large crowd, with interment in Rockwood Cemetery. He leaves a widow and many relatives as the community shares their sorrow.
Dr Bruce D Freet left Friday for St Catharines Elementary Flying School to be called for Active Service with the Royal Canadian Air Force and attain the rank of Pilot Officer. Visitors from Toronto included Mr and Mrs John Jackson and their grandson. Campaign for War Savings Certificates organized with Ceo Dawson as chairman and other officers elected.
In Granil Valley last Friday evening Mr and Mrs Purves lost a husband and father to a paralytic stroke. The community extends deep sympathy to the widow daughter and son. Several friends called to pay respects as word spread among local residents.
Last Sunday at St John s Church Children s Day and youth Sunday were observed with Rev W G Sunter of St Peter s Hamilton as speaker and Rev E A Brooks in charge. Various sermons, travel to Guelph and Hamilton speakers noted along with local funeral, arrivals and visitors.
Friends report Mr. Smith Griffin Sr suffers from blood poisoning in his hand and is receiving treatment in Guelph. Many locals hosted and visited relatives from Toronto Norval and Long Branch during Thanksgiving and over the weekend, including Mr. and Mrs. Ed Smith and Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Keeler.
Cpl Ken Russell recovering after appendicitis operation and Lt A C Jones visits Oakville. Willam MacPherson injured by plow at Dundas highway and treated at Hamilton Hospital. A bronze ship bell donated to the M M C S Oakville committee for christening ceremony. Miss Ruth Merry sails from Malton airport to wed Second Lieut Geoffrey Bide of Hampshire England in Calcutta church.
Social events dominate Limehouse events with a Red Cross quilt making session at Mrs. Wright’s and a sewing machine slip cover demo by Irene Burns in Mrs. Norrie’s home. Church services at Presbyterian Church paused for Knox Church anniversary in Georgetown. Local residents travel to Buffalo and Georgetown for gatherings. Women’s Institute plans a curry fundraiser to support overseas soldiers’ boxes.
Twenty two women led by Miss Thelma Gazalet demand female diplomats at a conference with Anthony Eden, minister for foreign affairs, arguing women are more skilled at handling men and should hold key postings. Delegates represent over 100,000 women in nursing, engineering, welfare, teaching and other professions.
Church announces anniversary services on Sunday October 26 1941 with morning and afternoon programs. The program features solos by Dorothy Fulcher and Mrs W J Beatty, anthems by Fletcher Bornschein Oakley and Sullivan, and a sermon by the minister at both services. Everybody welcome.
At 11.00 a.m. public worship 2.30 p.m. Sabbath School and Bible Class and 7.00 p.m. service withdrawn due to the anniversary in the United Church. Change of the school time from morning to afternoon. Always welcome.
Sunday service at 11.00 am led by Rev. A Reekle. Sunday evening social at Mr. Fred Weat's. Caraleave Church events at 7.45 pm. Wednesday prayer meeting 7.30 pm and choir practice 8.30 pm. Baptist Anniversary with J. C. Williamson of Trenton as speaker on Sunday November 2. A welcome to all.
The notice outlines a church timetable for Holy Communion at 6.30 am, a 12.00 am story of a 1266 year old church destroyed in the London Blitz, 12:15 pm church school, and 7.00 pm Evensong with a sermon titled Religion In Everyday Life. It invites contributions for Christmas remembrances for enlisted men and welcomes all members to attend.
Two minor fires consumed Georgetown over the holiday weekend. A refuse-heap blaze between Clay Products and Whiteley Porritt Mill required heavy water before extinction. A Monday chimney fire at the Lacerty home on Malin Street was quickly put out by the Fire Brigade.
Auctioneer Frank Petcil of Georgetown sells at Jet 28 on the Akton highway by public auction Thursday October 7 at 1:30 PM. Cattle include registered Ayrshires with many calved dates and due dates plus grade Ayrshires, a two year old heifer and calves at foot. Misc items list a brown horse, tractor, circular saw, and electric clippers. Firms involved include Morrison & Son and Dundas, Ontario breeders. Proceeds to be paid in cash. blood test privilege for herd.
The Campbell Sisters Trio headline a CBC eastern network program from 8.20 to 8.55 Tuesday evening on Blended Rhythm. They are supported by a 20 piece orchestra conducted by Eric Wild, a young Canadian maestro who recently led the BBC world’s First Television Orchestra.
Male or female boarders sought for a good Toronto home with transportation access. Two adults and two children can start at 25 to 30 dollars monthly. Apply or call MES Jas A Traviss 267 Forest Hall Road. Also notices on sale and repairs for stoves and furnaces by L W Morris and John V Savage.
Ambitious man or woman sought for special sales work with full or part time hours. Earnings average 1.50 to 2.00 per hour. No experience needed but good character and willingness to work. Apply to Box 40 Acton Free Press. Tradeable items accepted as partial payment on Singer Sewing Machines. Repairs to all machines. Singer Sewing Machine Co. 21 Queen W Brampton Eng.
Two mares with colts and bred props, one Clyde gelding four years, one grey mare four years, suitable for delivery or saddle. One Clyde filly three years, very nice. two Percheron colts. Apply to box W, AC ro. Free ad.
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