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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Oct 29, 1959
Page
5
Friday brings a teachers convention and a holiday for some students as exams begin for interior reports. Mary Jane Forests assists the Guelph Caltage Pigne Skating Club this season while canvassers for the Canadian National Initiative for the Blind seek funds. Robbery at Campbellville Bank noted with ongoing search for responsible party.
A Presbyterian church gathering celebrated a local couple, Mr and Mrs Jack Matchett, with gifts and well wishes. Rev Fred Williamson spoke kindly while families and friends shared tea and tributes, the service including a Lord’s Supper. Led by community members, attendees recall the couple’s years of happy life and faith.
The high school gridiron squad suffered two defeats to Milton and Georgetown, leaving Acton with a short season ending under tough pressure. Miltons 48 point win stood as the standout score, while Acton’s late game rally and standout plays from Lally showcased effort despite the losses.
Jack Holmes named president of the Acton Progressive Conservative Association at a recent meeting. Gordon Rea presided as acting president. Lilkeview subdivision’s Mrs Harry Smethurst was returned as vice president. Other officers include Frank Prowse Ken Hardmie and Gordon B. The group planned a future meeting led by president Holmes.
The Rt Rev W A, Bishop of Nimgars, confirmed 4 candidates at St Albans church and Luxton Memorial Hall, in a service described as an ordination to the Royal priesthood. Names of confirmands and adults confirmed are listed along with clergy present and the signification of the rite.
Large turnout marks the funeral of John Alton with service at the Church of Christ attended by family and friends. Numerous relatives from Guelph Burlington Rockwood Hillsburgh and local communities paid respects, sharing memories and support.
Plan discussions during a monthly meeting at the home of Mrs Dandson. Mrs Te Dandson hosted as the Knox group considered a new study on work in Africa and benediction rituals followed by social fellowship.
Arthur F. Moore of Acton died Tuesday October 20 at BL Josephin Hospital after a short illness. Born Nassau, he moved to Guelph years ago and worked at Gillelute Stove Co retired recently. He served in World War I with the 1st Battalion. Survived by wife, three daughters, a son and a sister. Funeral services were held at Mee Inter and Wilkie Funeral Home with interment at Woodlawn Cemetery.
Mrs G Agnew former resident of Acton died Friday October 24 1990 at 204 West Moreland Avenue aged. She was the widow of George Agnew and mother of Hagel and Vernon. She was active in Knok Presby terian church the Acton Women s Club and Dublin Institute. Funeral service held at Earle Elliott Funeral Home and burial in Fairview Cemetery with Rev IPGCinstead presiding.
An article notes how subtle spinal misalignments may influence blood pressure through nerve supply. It describes chiropractic exams to identify misalignment and suggests care can improve hypertension. The author mentions an office in Acton at 17 Mi St.
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