Births Marriages and Deaths Charged At The Following Rates
Births Marriages and Deaths are recorded with charges listed: births marriages 50 cents, deaths 90 cents, memorials extra for poems. Entries include Reid Erin Township a daughter born August 20 1926 to Hugh M Reid and his wife and Scott Erin a daughter to Earl Scott and wife. Died McIntyre Acton Young Street August 26 1936 at age 63. Grimm Preston Fairview Farm Moses Grimm died in first year. Williamson Guelph hospital August 30 1926 David Williamson former Acton resident in his 81st year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Reid
Erin Township
Hugh M. Reid
Scott
Erin
Earl Scott
McIntyre
Young St. Acton
John McIntyre
Grimm
Fairview Farm
Preston
Moses I. Grimm
Williamson
At &J.joseph's
Hos ’Pital
Guelph
David Wiamson
Acton
Autumn notes and local events from Acton area
Brief local notes from Acton Hebe Press dated September 3 1926 cover Toronto Exhibition crowds safety tips threshing and harvest yields political changes in Georgetown and Aylmer Fraser River reports church events and concerts republication of small town concerns and a warning about counterfeit US quarters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Toronto Exhibition
Court News Shows Harsh Fines In Multiple Alcohol Cases
Georgetown Police Court heard Herbert Hughes known as The Coloney plead guilty to intoxication and supplying liquor to a minor. He faced 10000 dollars plus costs on the main charge and 50 dollars plus costs for the second. A Fergus incident saw John J. Atkinson sentenced to three months annual and 100 dollars fine with costs for auto theft. Other youths faced theft and drug or liquor-related charges with fines, jail time, or remand for good behavior. Mrs. Lucia Murillo was fined 50 dollars and costs for liquor in a non private dwelling.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Georgetown
Herbert Hughes
Coloney
Watt
Guelph
John J. Atkinson
Ifergus
Groves
Fergus
Atkinson
Moore
J. A. Jackson
Jeff
Thomas Howson,Jr
Norval
Owens
Norval Road
Hewson
Roy V. Lent
Brampton
Vt. A. Hutchinson
Morris
Murphy
Co. R
McKeown
M. P
Orangeville
George McDermott
Port Credit
Reevely
R. W. Lent
McDermott
Moors
Police Court
John Ballantino, Jr
Frank Toast
Eldorado Park
Lucia Murillo
Main Street
McPherson
Mquor
Cho
Mia
Murillo
Gooderham & Worts
Gee
Mur. Ilo
Freddy Harwood in Serious Accident After Being Run Over
Eight year old Freddy Harwood was struck by a slow moving car near his Windsor home on Thursday night. He suffered a fractured rib and possible lung injury after being caught by the front fender and rushed to Hotel Dieu. Constable Peter Doorman leads the investigation into how the child ran into the roadway while playing near a store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Citien Btar
Windsor
Freddy Harwood
Harry Harwood
Acton
William Park
Harwood
Parent Avenue
Hotel Dieu
Park
Peter
O Loaf of
Pei
Halton Rifles Parade With Warriors at Toronto Exhibition
A detachment of about 60 men from the Halton Rifles marched in the Warriors Day parade at the Toronto Exhibition. They joined York Hang ere and Peel and Dufferin regiments, with about 6,009 troops passing the reviewing stand. Major I H Pedrey and other officers accompanied the Halton contingent as crowds applauded the rural unit’s first Warriors Day appearance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Halton Rifles
Toronto Exhibition
York Hang
Peel
Hulton
Ocera
I H. Pedrey
M.C
M. J. Col Ser
J J. Weacock
C. J. Cummings
Shauta
H. &. Karl
B.A. Cummings
U. Doty
O. Oxy
Apple crop yields in Ontario forecast and church anniversary sermons
Ontario fruit growers estimate this year’s apple yield at about 75 percent of last year with 3 673 cars shipped, and color and size show promise despite a two week late start. Varieties likely to reach full yield include Duchess Wealthy Fameurne Stark and Golden Delicious in the east, with McIntosh and Ayr noted as light in the west. Separate notices report Rev. Reidie delivering sermons at Knox Church and Rev James Reidice of Hillsburg preaching anniversary sermons at Eilteburg.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ontario
Baldwin
Reidie
Knox Church
Jam
Reidice
Hillsburg
Stewart
Eilteburg
Neighborhood News Visitors and community gatherings noted
Mrs Peter Mick and Muriel Mick of Toronto along with Dr E C Mick of New York and nephews J S and Lindsay Miller from Powassan visited Mr and Mrs John Graff in Erin this week. Johnny Smiths aged with her daughter Mia returned from London after four months in poor health. Edna McCutcheon hosted a birthday party Tuesday evening. Neighbors helped house the crop on Dr Peter Murrays farm, which Mrs Murray gratefully appreciated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peter Mick
Toronto
Muriel
E. C. Mick
New York
J. S
Lindsay Miller
Powasson
John Graff
Erin
Johnny_ Smiths
Mia
Mc Donald
London
Edna McCutcheon
Peter Murray
Murray
Gordon Cook Haa
Hla
Aro
Gordon Hayward
Claude Gray
Winnipeg
RK. E. Zimmerman
Missy
Edna McGutchton
Main Street
A.C. Campbell
Maple Leaf Milling Company
McDonald
Richmond Hill
F. G. Gollop
William. Mason
General Hospital
Guelph
Wm. Buck
Campbellville
Ann. Mira
Wanfleet
Hamilton
James Mills
Taylor
Mary Ellen Hassett
Benjamin Hassett
Neon & Coy
Bride to be Irene Black feted at Rockwood gathering
Wednesday evening at Mr and Mrs Norman Burns home in Rockwood a large group honored Miss Irene Black ahead of her upcoming wedding. Guests presented a decorated basket of kitchen utensils and gifts, with brother William delivering a gracious thank you. The event featured violin and piano duets and a courteous luncheon before singing And they’re jolly good fellows.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Norman Burns
Rockwood
Miss Black
William
Messrs
Moore
Plank
Nellie
Margaret Cook
Osprinke
Mr. Any
déeerSrarna
Rockwood Horticultural Show Enjoys Success and Community Events
The Rockwood Horticultural Society held its 10th annual show with fine quality exhibits in all classes. Judges praised the vegetable and flower categories, and prize winners were celebrated. An evening address by Dr. McLater was well received, and society officers earned credit for the season's work. Community events followed, including lantern slides by Rev. Brace at the United Church, Salvation Army Band visits, and Presbyterian garden party at Exhibition Park. Local residents and visitors attended services and weekend gatherings, with several families traveling from Greensville, Barrie, and Detroit for the events.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rockwood Horticultural Society
Thos, Hutchinson
M. Stockford
Chiba
Salvation Army
Guelph Citadel
Rockwood
Acton
W. W. Craw
Toronto
Exhibition Park
Brunswick
Robt. Boland
Greensville
Wand
Wiliam Bridger
Johnston Hownt
Bimeng
Ming Eileen Dridger
Guelph
Midat
Troy Brooka
Barrie Elm
Tharry
Detroit
Herbert Dyer
Thetraon
Lloyd
Guelph General
R. Peart
Thousand Islands
Mulroy
D. Dougina
Presbyterian Church
Na Ple
Exhibition Day schedule changes at Canadian National Exhibition
The schedule for the Canadian National Exhibition shows changes this year with September 4 labeled Manufacturers Sports and Flora Festival Day, and September 11 designated Community Day plus Boys and Girls Day. Remaining days include September 2 Mualo Women’s Day, September 3 Prean Day, September 6 Labor Day, September 7 International Day, September 8 Farmer and Hydro Day, September 9 Transportation Day, and September 19 Live Block Review.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hydro
Aunadin
Transportation Ite
Perday
Boyat and
Girie
Social notes from Acton and district visitors
Acton locals share week of visits and arrivals from Toronto Kitchener Oshawa Port Elgin and Sault Ste Marie. Many names attend family events funerals and greetings with friends and relatives across Ontario including Miss Elva Cole Miss Mabel Kenyon Rev J W McLeod and Mrs Bennett.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Agnew
Hamilton
Mabel Kenyon
Kitchener
Acton
Milford Smith
Toronto
F. T.hunter
Robbie Hall
C. Longstreet
Erin
Elva Cole
George Anderson
Oshawa
Grace Skilling
Neliie Hall
Wyant
Port Edgin
R. J. Kerr
Alice Gardiner
Afra
John Mann
Carlos Williams
Sault Ste. Marie
D. McNaughton
Bracebridger
G. W. Mosales
J. C. Wilson
M. McLean
Cook
Guelph
Roy Wanzbrough
Harold Wanabrough
H. P. Moore
Preston
M. Grimm
Mamie Masales
Woodstock
Vermont
George Edwards
Lucy Edwards
Vida Ramshaw
Brantford
J. W
Ry. Kerr
M. M. Bennett
Wingham
Robert Bennett
Lake Avenue
H. C. Shrieter
C. C. Speight
Speight
Margaret Bennett
New Brunswick
F. A. McLean
Master Bitly
Chesley
Gordon MacKay
R. H. Wansbrough
William McPhail
Brandon
Ontario
Frances B. Hurat
Richards Landing
H. BE
Myera
Baby
H. Young
Mendota
Hire
J. BE. Gamble
Mise Thelma
Jas: Wilds
T.’ Malcolm
True Blue
Owen Sound
Sidney Norwood
Detroit
Laurette Moore
Bigwin Inn
Muskoka
Hamlin and Johnston Families Host Toronto Visitors
Aly and Mrs. W. E. Hamlin and Mr. Howard of Toronto spent the weekend with Mr. and Mrs. K. L. Johnston. Miss Evelyn Hamlin, who stayed with the Johnstons, also returned home with them.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aly
W. E. Hamlin
Mr. Howard
Toronto
K. L. Johnston
Evelyn Hamlin
Mrav .Johnston
Wanted workers for trades and learning in Toronto
WANTED 10 men to qualify for work paying 100 to 200 monthly as Motor and Tenition experts Chauffeurs Welder Cattery and Tire Work also Barber Ing. We pay money part time while learning these trades Call or write for information HEMPSHILL'S Ltd 163 King St W Toronto.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hempshill’s, Ltd
King St. W
Toronto
Also Mentioned on This Page
Browning- Dills
John Nell
Westminister Central United Church
Myrtle
May
Geeorge Dills
Frank J. Browning
Acton Hebe Press
W. C. Bessey
Caillor
George C. Campbell
Salvation Army Band
Mill
United Church
Ruth. Gloson
United States
Milverton
Waters
Department of Marine and Fisheries
the “Baptist Church
Dr. Cook
Aylmer
Lilian ‘Perry
Elgin Street
C. A Simpson
Grace Church
Wassgo Beach
Police Court News
Wellington Gardiner
Clifford Bill
Multon
John Molossi
Wee
Windsor E
Halton
W. J. L. Hampshire Esquesing
Commons
Neighborhood News
Churchill
Joseph S. Dods
Alton
Ont
Olive Cecelia
Robert Clay Allen
Robert Allen
Allen
Mies ‘Mery LL Bollert
University of British Columbia
Canadian Federation of Women
Montreal
Miss Rolert
E. R. Robert
Business College
Guelph, Ont
A. L. Bouce
Aden Mills Old Boys
Edgewood Park
Hamilton, Milton and
J. W. Jones
W. R.E. Blair
Acton, Ont
Papli
Bk Toso
Caphorus
Othey
Reesor’ S Dry Goods & Variety Store
McLean & Co
Gage
H. W. Hinton
Jeweller
Serge
Sik
Woo
Nicol
I. i
Lles
Izice
W. J. Patterson
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