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Newspaper

Acton Free Press

Location

Acton, Ontario, Canada

Date

Sep 02, 1943

Page

4

Lions Carnival chairman leads erratic parade of local events

A garbled report lists Wien Stanley Crease as chairman of the 19628 Lions Carnival. The text mentions auditions and storage on Brant Street, several locals by name, a court case, and community activities, but readability is limited and many fragments are unclear.

Wien Stanley Crease Hétr Od Brant ‘Street Dares Alice Willan James Rivest Blagiatrete Iim Wetty Jane Gillies Biodklitte Mire Cillies Birank Caf Hampshire Union Lindhes Iin Damatoesasen ‘Ewings Ito Catryp Casetie

Community Notes Itinerary and Local Visits Report

Mr and Mrs 5 J Wright and Bre Sewerby spent Sunday with Mr and Mrs Wen Weight of Erin Mir and Mr and Mrs Prance of Toledo Ohio visited Mir and Mrs Gowdy. Ilac Larne Marton on furlough. Mr and Mrs Grant of Torocin and others visited. The Christmas Lockout Club met at the Misers Smith. Mrs Sid Kirkpatrick and Mr Harold Hendry were euchre and dance winners at Mr Coleman’s. Mrs Robert Lane spent a few days in Georgetown. Rev C Cochrane returned to this municipality after a four week holiday.

J. Wright Bre Sewerby Sire Wen Erin Mir Toledo Ohio Gowdy Grant Torocin Semethorst Dangeeline Thany Cyd Harry Smethorst Barrie Cpl Pat Trea Mor Mim. Kirkpatrick Spert Emil- Witha Mhoraild Ciris Misers Smith Sid Kirkpatrick Harold Coleman Robert Lane Georgetown C. Cochrane Muipit Suntley Cue and Hawkins Chenge Peal Beasie Carliner J. Waal Masters Nail Norman Ladbert Spart Jim Everton WOMLS Stone Church Celger i Paris Arnold Maw Hexnital Vera Thatcher Midan Lambert PIU Ryerson Beach Normandale J. Ward Camp Bordente Harvey Thatcher Ipperwach Wiugh Alten RCAR Brantford Lac Marchall Alten Vancomer Island Boc Margaret Hilty Hamilton Maisie Gardan Arikell Minnie Nickell Taronto Gordon McDougall USA Darlas Milne Guelph Jack Bell Jerry Incram Dundas Fred Lambert Thomas Son Barry Grattan Barry Anc Onia Conn Mormine K. B. Waller Keith Hamilton Filiam Kingston Mise S. Burchinson Bun New York Fred Day Toronto A. K. Thomas Frank Day D. B. Barrie Taranta Toronta J. K. Mullin Taronta Valley Head

Everton Church concert showcases local musical talent

A lively Everton Church event drew a large crowd with performances by Hoot Brothers, Orton, a piano solo by Hugh Addeett, cornet and other solos, and a talk on China by Rev. J. F. McLaod. Gratitude was given to the music committee and floral decorators for a splendid evening.

Everton Emerton Hoot Brothers Orton Hugh Addeett Mi Moze Gordon Aitkns Landsborough Actan Lois Black Ada Cure Bhlan G. C. Robertson WL. Sunter Harricon Mary Gasrd Gqakwood Charles Fountain Jimmie Fountain Jeans McEnery Ballinafad Teddy Fountain Roy Hindhey Depringe Lois Black Ieft Rock Hill South Carolina Winthrop College Lois McWilliams Puslinch C. A. Tharp Tharp Guelph G. G. Robertson Walter Couling Stanley Park Evin Jean Kiskawod Gurlph Bert Palframan Simdsay W. H. Hostop

Rockwood church group holds outdoor gathering and notes local visits

The Rockwood district reports a light turnout for an evening at Exhibition Park hosted by the Dinkted Chooch group, with Bible readings led by Sire. Hawkins and a brief devotional period. Numerous locals are listed as visiting or returning home from trips and schools.

Untitled historical note on farming and waste battle

Fragmentary report describes tensions over waste management and farming in a northern city, mentioning an assistant general, a person named Mire, and a figure Frank Sinnechkhamer. It references a pending proposition and a harvest period, with a note on farmers and a town thaw.

Las Benthy Toronto Frank Sinnechkhamer

Local notes report scattered events and names

Fragmentary OCR lists several individuals and places including Midland and Caledon Township. Mentions a farm accident at Orton Farm and a tenant at Treathen. The text is garbled and reads as a series of brief, unconnected points with multiple names and locations.

Orien Vaiho Mir Cibeon Wiles Gens Mormean Sarbour Akitt Huisburgity Thas Eid Cataract Caledon Township Ehinest

Georgetown Ends in Tragic Tale of Family Ties and Death

A fragmentary report describes a fatal incident connected to Georgetown with mentions of Margy, a friend, and several relatives including BL EL Myers of Allegan and Jessie F. Young of the Hac aAF. The account cites Sunday events and a person named Jack Lie related to the family, with distant ties to an aunt in Nairn, Scotland, amid unclear circumstances.

Sin Bars EL Myers Allegan Stichwan

Butter Shipment Restrictions Across Provinces

The Dairy Products Board and Agriculture Department announce controls on butter shipments exceeding 5000 pounds moving toward Quebec Ontario and the four western provinces to regulate distribution and pricing. An additional order bars molding and sale of sherbet rolls with dairy content before or during freezing.

Quebec Gqntanig Dhine Manttime Malry Products Board Onder

Contented Hens Lay More Eggs in Shade

Growing pullets and laying hens lay more eggs when comfortable and shaded. The Dominion Department of Agriculture urges shade to beat summer heat, noting a range shelter or colony house near trees aids relief. Dusting and a dry, low shade area help birds stay healthy and reduce lice.

Dominion Department of Agriculture

Fall community fair notes and YW events listed

The article outlines plans for a community fair at the YW facility in September. It details games, races, a soccer field, junior league matches, and picnic events with schedules and locations. Activities include lectures, dinners, and outdoor gatherings with a focus on family participation and school community engagement.

Dogs in the U.S. Army Train War Dogs For Frontline Roles

In a wartime feature, Mrs. Exianger describes forming a dogs for defense program that trained canines for scenting enemies, warning of ambushes, guiding patrols, locating wounded and aiding transport. The program covers attack dogs, messenger dogs, and casualty dogs, with emphasis on training to stop biting and to work alongside soldiers. Exianger is the mother of five in service with grown daughters.

Sional Eilanoer Emall Dack Exianger Senmice

Scots Help Agh Farmers Boy Scouts of the 3nd Sudbury

Readable fragments show Scots aiding local farmers and Boy Scouts in Sudbury. The article highlights community support activities and ties to youth groups in the area.

Boy Scouts of the 3Nd Sudbury

Attracts Geroonefi frame house with unusual features

An unnamed listing describes a frame house with an unusual perch, a solid stone foundation, a tank, pump, and a moat feature. Located in a good area, it notes immediate passes a ton. The OCR text is garbled but indicates a unique property with distinct structural elements.

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