Births Marriages and Deaths Charged Rates
Births Marriages and Deaths are now charged at set rates. Born Reid in Erin Township August 20 1926 a daughter. Marries Browning Dills in Toronto August 28 1926 a daughter. Died McIntyre Acton August 26 1936 aged 63. Grimm Preston August 30 1996 less likely. Williamson Guelph August 30 1926 formerly Acton in his 71st 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
Local Notes From Acton and District Turn to Autumn
Brief local items note Toronto Exhibition crowds and autumn concerns. W. C. Bessey elected councillor for Georgetown. Salvation Army band praised. church parsonage veranda tendered. Ruth Gloson joins United Church choir. counterfeit 25 cent coin circulating. schools reopen with many pupils. Rev C A Simpson receives $109 gold gift. police court reporting under discussion at Wassgo Beach.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Acton
United States
Georgetown Police Court Fines Col Colonel for Liquor Offense
Herbert Hughes known as the Colonel pleaded guilty to intoxication and selling liquor to a minor and was fined 3100, costs on the first charge and 50, costs on the second with three months hard labor in default. A boy who drank cherry wine made by Hughes required medical aid. Court sessions in Fergus and Georgetown saw youths punished for theft and driving offenses with fines and suspended licenses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Georgetown
Herbert Hughes
Watt
Guelph
John J. Atkinson
Ifergus
Atkinson
Moore
J. A. Jackson
Jeff
Thomas Howson, Jr
Norval
Owens
Norval Road
Hewson
Roy V. Lent
T. A. Hutchinson
Brampton
Bert
Morris
Murphy
Co. R
McKeown
M. P
Orangeville
George McDermott
Port Credit
Reevery
R. W. Lent
McDermott
Moors
John Ballantino, Jr
Frank Toast
Eldorado Park
Lucia Murillo
Main Street
McPherson
Lquor
Cho
Murillo
Gooderham & Worts
Reevely
Gee
Mur. Ilo
Serious accident to Freddy Harwood in Windsor
Eight year old Freddy Harwood was struck by a slowly moving car near his Windsor home. He suffered chest injuries and possible rib fracture after being knocked down by William Park’s vehicle around 8:30 PM Thursday. He was taken to Hotel Dieu in critical condition as Constable Peter Doorman investigated the case.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Citien Bitar
Windsor
Freddy Harwood
Harry Harwood
Acton
William Park
Harwood
Parent Avenue
Hotel Dieu
Park
Peter
Loaf
Pei
Halton Soldiers in the Warriors Parade at Toronto Exhibition
A detachment of about 60 Halton Rifles marched with York Hang, Peel and Dufferin regiments in the Warriors Day parade at the Toronto Exhibition. About 6,009 troops passed the reviewing stand as Major Pedrey and Captains Cummings, Doty, Oxy, and others attended. The Halton unit marked its first Warriors Day appearance amid orderly drill and a cheering rural contingent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Halton Rifles
Toronto Exhibition
York Hang
Peel
Hulton
Ocera
I H. Pedrey
M.C
M. J. Col Sler
J/ J. Weacock
C. J. Cummings
Shauta
H. &. Karl
B.A. Cummings
U. Doty
O. Oxy
Ontario Apple Crop Yield Estimated at Seventy-Five Percent
The Ontario commercial apple crop is estimated at about 75 percent of last year, with 3 673 cars expected to ship this season. Eastern Ontario shows promise with Duchess Wealthy Fameuse Stark and Cloidons, while McIntosh and Spartan varieties are noted as lighter. The article also mentions church events at Knox Church and a sermon anniversary by Rev. Stewart in Eldenburg.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ontario
Duchess
Fameune
Stark
Aistaleth Oreere
Neighborhood News Notes From Erin and Surroundings
Mrs. Peter Mick of Toronto and her daughter Muriel and Dr. E. C. Mick of New York with nephews J. S. and Lindsay Miller of Powassan were visitors at Mr. and Mrs. John Graff’s home in Erin this week. Rev McDonald of London and Mrs. McDonald’s daughter Mia returned home after four months and remain in poor health. Local youths attended Edna McCutcheon’s birthday gathering. Neighbors aided with housing and crop protection on Mrs. Murray’s farm, appreciated by Mrs. Murray.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peter Mick
Toronto
Muriel
E. C. Mick
New York
J. S
Lindsay Miller
Powasson
John Graff
Erin
Johony_ Smiths
Mia
Mc- Donald
London
Edna McCutcheon
Peter Murray
Murray
Gordon Cook Haa
Hla
Aro
Gordon Hayward
Claude Gray
Winnipeg
RK. E. Zimmerman
The
United Church of Canada
Missy
Edna McGutchton
Main Street
A.C. Campbell
Maple Leaf Milling Company
Neon & Coy
Engagement gift party at Rockwood for Miss Irene Black
Guests gathered at Mr and Mrs Norman Burns Rockwood where Mrs Burns presented Miss Irene Black with a large gift basket of kitchen utensils. William Black gave thanks and music followed with violin and piano duets before a lunch.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Norman Burns
Rockwood
Minas Black
William
Messrs
Moore
Plank
Nellie
Margaret Cook
Osprinke
Miss Black
Mr. Any
déeerSrarna
Rockwood Horticultural Show Highlighted by Flower and Vegetable Exhibits
The Rockwood Horticultural Society held its 10th annual show with high quality displays in all classes. Judges praised vegetables by Thos Hutchinson and flowers by Miss M Stockford. An evening talk by Dr McLetaee was well received. Community events included lantern slides on Chiba, a Salvation Army visit, and Presbyterian garden party with softball. Several locals visited or attended services at churches as weekend activities continued.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rockwood Horticultural Society
Thos, Hutchinson
M. Stockford
Brunswick
Robi. Boland
Greensville
Wand
Wiliam Bridger
Johnston Hewitt
Simeone
Ming Eileen Dridger
Guelph
Midat
Troy Brooka
Barrie Elm
Tharry Tn
Detroit
Herbert Dyer
Thetraon
Lloyd
Guelph General
R. Peart
Thousand Islands
Mulroy
D. Dougina
Presbyterian Church
Canada National Exhibition Changes in Special Days
The list of remaining CN exhibition days shows changes from last year. September 4 becomes Manufacturers Sports and Flora Festival Day, while closing Saturday September 11 becomes Community Day plus Boys and Girls Day.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
En Aunaan
Transportation Waite Sq
Social notes from Acton and surrounding towns
A crowded social column lists visitors and residents across Acton, Hamilton, Toronto, Kitchener, Oshawa, Brantford, London, and Guelph. Names include Mrs George Agnew Miss Mabel Kenyon Mr Milford Smith Miss Elva Cole and many others visiting relatives, attending funerals, or traveling for holidays and events.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Agnew
Hamilton
Mabel Kenyon
Kitchener
Acton
Milford Smith
Toronto
F. T.hunter
Robbie Hall
C. Longstreet
Erin
Elva Cole
Robert Reid
Young Street
Stanley Mackle
Darla Ransom
Dorothy McPherson
Frank Havill
Oakville
D. McNaughton
Bracebridger
G. W. Masales
J. C. Wilson
M. McLean
Cook
Guelph
Roy Wanzbrough
Harold Wanabrough
S. Young
Kegan
D. H. Young
Fred Crewson
Hhisburg
H. P. Moore
Preston
M. Grimm
Mamie Masales
Woodstock
Vermont
George Edwards
Lucy Edwards
Vida Ramshaw
Brantford
R. "J. Kerr
M. M. Bennett
Wingham
Robert Bennett
Lake Avenue
H. C. Shrieter
C. C. Speight
Speight
Margaret Bennett
New Brunswick
F. A. McLean
Bitly
Chesley
Gordon MacKay
R. H. Wansbrough
Wiliam McPhail
Brandon
Ontario
Frances B. Hurat
Richards Landing
H. BE
Myera
Baby
H. Young
Mendota
Mira
J. BE. Gamble
Thelma
Jas. Wilds
T." Malcolm
Owen Sound
Sidney Norwood
Detroit
Herousin
Laurette Moore
Blawin Inn
Muskoka
Hamlin and Johnston Hosts Welcome Weekend Visit
Afv and Mrs W E Hamlin and Mr Howard of Toronto spent a weekend with Mr and Mrs K L Johnston. Evelyn Hamlin, who had been visiting the Johnstons, returned home with them after the visit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. E. Hamlin
Howard
Toronto
K. L. Johnston
Evelyn Hamlin
Johnston
WANTED 10 men to qualify for work in Toronto trades
Hempshill's Limited advertises openings for motor and tenition experts, chauffeurs, welders, cattery and tire work, and a barber. Paid $100 to $200 monthly while learning, with part time pay. Call or write for information at 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, DD
Acton Hebe Press
W. C. Bessey
George C. Campbell
Salvation Army Band
Mill
United Church
Ruth. Gloson
Milverton
R. 8. Waters
Department of Marine and Fisheries
the “Baptist Church
Dr. Cook
Aylmer
Lilian ‘Perry
Elgin Street
C. A Simpson
Grace Church
Wassgo Beach
Fergus
Belf
Police Court News
Wellington Gardiner
Clifford Bill
Milton
John Molossi
Wee
Windsor E
Halton
Reidie
Knox Church
Jam
Reidice
Hillsburg
Stewart
Eilteburg
W. J. L. Hampshire Esquesing
Commons
Neighborhood News
Churchill
Joseph S. Dods
Alton
Ont
Olive Cecelia
Robert Clay Allen
Robert Allen
Allen
Mies
Mery . Bollert
University of British Columbia
Canadian Federation of Women
Montreal
Business College
Guelph, Ont
A. L. Bouce
Aden Mills Old Boys
Edgewood Park
Hamilton, Milton and
J. W. Jones
Acton, Ont
Bk Toso
Butterfly
Yobbes
Caphorus
Reesor’ S Dry Goods & Variety Store
McLean & Co
Agant
Gage
H. W. Hinton
Jeweller
Serge
Sik
Woo
Patr
Nicol
W. J. Patterson
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