Local Births and Obituaries From Acton District
BORN McMURCHY At Dresden Ontario on Saturday August 29 1926 to Dr Jt Ac and Mrs McMurchy a daughter Joan Ivabel. DIED STARK At Vancouver British Columbia on Friday August 14 1925 William Stark formerly of Acton. STARK In Esquesing Township on Friday August 21 1925 Mary Whill son widow of the late Abraham Stark in her 88th year RAMSHAW At the home of his son James Ramshaw Acton on Sunday August 30 1925 George Ramshaw of Lowville in his 75th year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McMurchy
Dresden, Ont
Dr Jt Ac
Mrs. McMurchy
Joan Ivabel
Stark
Vancouver
B.C
Wiliam Stark
Acton
Esquesing Township
Mary WhHson
Abraham Stark
Ramshaw
James Ramshaw
George Ramshaw
Lowville
Mary Jane Coulson
Nelson Township
Daaughter
Robert Pickett
Freelton
James
T. G
Milton
C. A
Bedford
Ohio
T. G. Ramahan
Evergreen Cemetery
Vancouver Sun
Willam Stark
William Stark
Homer Street
W. W. Williams
Mount Pleasant
St. Paul's Hospital
Canadian Financiers Trust Company
Walter Campbell Stark
England
Egypt
W. H. Storey & Son Glova Company
Walker ‘Lodge
Woolwich ‘Street
Guelph
Peter Stuart
Ontario
Stuart
Charles Stuart
Hamilton
Nelson School
David Robertson
Knox Churchit
Ao Mason
Detroit Medical College
College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario
American College of Physicians and Surgeons
Faculty of Physicians and Surgeons of
Glasgow
Scotland
Elizabeth Murray
Archibald
Toronto
Cheir
Margaret Stuart
William
Miss Stuart
Burlington
Dr. McAndrew
Georgetown
S. Fleck
Judge Eliot
Gowland
J.p.mackinnon
R. J. Warren
W. FP. Cavin
Olmstead
W. A. Thompson
London
Angus McKinnon
Messrs
J. M.taylor
J. A. Willoughby
Acton Fall Fair countdown and openings noted
Brief notices include Acton Fall Fair dates September 22 and 23, strong attendance at the Canadian National Exhibition, and local events such as school reopens in Acton, rising corn, reduced railway fares, and a diverse mix of community happenings from pigeons to police patrols.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Acton
Obituary Ramshaw and others marked by deaths and notices
A long obituary notice describes the death of Thomas Ramshaw of Lowville after a illness and lists survivors including wife Mary Jane Coulson and four sons. It also recounts deaths of William Stark in Vancouver and Dr Peter Stuart of Guelph, with funeral details and family relations. An Orangeville show fair plan aims to educate and amuse 10 000 people on September 16 and 16.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Orangeville
Wrigley Advertising Strategy Builds Massive Gum Business
A profile of Wrigley detailing his persistent advertising approach and annual newspaper spending exceeding a million dollars to promote six cent chewing gum. He emphasizes continuous promotion to prevent customer fade and notes the value of consistent messaging across any price point.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wrigley
Wrigley’s
Western Fair Amusement Programme Promises Grand Show
The Amusement Programme at the Western Fair runs September 12 to 19 with wholesome entertainment. Free attractions in front of the Grand Stand and a supreme fireworks display close the event. Johnny J. Jones shows headline the Midway as premier, with special rides for children and daily harness horse races under ideal conditions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Johnny J. Jones
Jones
Mr. Jones
America
Webstern Fair
Ontario
Lord Kitchener and the Queen’s Curious Exchange
An old noted tale recounts Lord Kitchener’s witty reply to Queen Victoria about never loving a woman. The lairdar’s side remark sparks a brief exchange, revealing a playful court-yard moment in royal history.
Tenders Received for Work at Park
Tuesday council session notes tenders received for park repairs and grandstand shingling. Water pipe work at Storey building approved for property repair on Corporation premises. Main Street lot to be sold for taxes due after discussion. fence and grandstand projects held for spec changes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thetford
Mason
W. A. Storey
Coun
Main Street
A. Mason
IL. E. Akinson
Storey
Corporation
MN Pond
Pili
The Dictionary Keeps Your Mind In Constant Use
A Pathfinder article extols the enduring value of dictionaries for lifelong learning. It argues a good dictionary offers compressed knowledge, memory, and practical power beyond schooling, urging households and professionals to keep one within reach and consult it often for clearer thinking.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
Fernald
Legion
Judges Mistakes Highlight Courtroom Blunders
Humorous errors reveal judges misreading courtroom cues. A negro witness swore with a bare hand while the judge demanded gloves. An attorney was told to stand though he stood already. A short spectator kept a hat on, mistaken for a man, until a bailiff moved in.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anold
Hayward to Inspect Jewelry Goods in Georgetown Shop
Dr Hayward of Toronto will be at Hinton's Gift Shoppe Georgetown every Wednesday from 10 a m to p m for expert examination of ages and repairs. With 15 years testing and fitting in Toronto, satisfaction guaranteed. Appointments available.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hayward
Toronto
Hinton
Georgetown
Town and Country Neighborhood News Update
Neighborhood notes cover a Four Corners baseball game win by the af Branese 2 to 3, with focus on local hosts. Regions mention Kenilworth harvest, Mr George McGladtrey and Mr A Cox, Marie Beattie visiting Plainfield Farm, and Mrs J L Taylor returning from a winter visit in Toronto.
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Our
Af Branese
Guulphong
Ings Burt
Diadry
Acorebelns
Four Corners
Mio BK
Snow Ison
Dayn
Kenilworth
George McGladtrey
A. Cox
Misa
Marie Beattie
Weather and social notes from the Torontos exhibition region
The column reports holiday crowds at the Canadian National Exhibition in Toronto and notes harvesting operations winding down. It lists visits from Miss Nellis Cooke of Guelph and Miss Gertie Stainhouse of Toronto, plus Mrs H R McCutcheon and others, and mentions E McDougall of Toronto and T S McCutcheon of Brantford visiting friends. It also notes a local farm improvement by L Webb and a motor trip to town.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Toronto
Nellis Cooke
Guelph
Gertie Stainhouse
Biras
jJohn McCutcheon
L. Webb
Rockwood Horticultural Show Features Judge and Exhibits
The Rockwood Horticultural Society held its annual show last Saturday with strong attendance in the afternoon and evening. Judge H Occamore of Guelph presided as exhibitors showcased fine Gladiell specimens and blooms by William Harris. New prize cards replaced ribbons to display winners' names more clearly. Local notes mention back to school, a dry season, village highway activity, Mrs. Congdon’s move to Guelph for care, and W H Hartop of Everton preparing Rockwood Chopping Mills for customers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rockwood Horticultural Society
H. Occamore
Guelph
William’ Harris
S Francis Defeated Acton Twice in Exhibition Twinheader
The Toronto Ball Team Acton engaged in a doubleheader exhibition Friday. Acton’s lineup shuffled and, despite a solid effort, lost 9-8 in the second game while S Francis showed late scoring and strong two man hits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Toronto
Acton
Su. Mrafieda Biseball
Parte
Herve
Funn
MacDonald
Burgomaster Luger Told to Shoot by Soldiers Joke
A Vienna burgomaster, Dr Luger, is exposed to a deputation of three soldiers. Each man is asked if he would shoot him under orders. The Protestant would, the Catholic would, the Jew would not because he has no gun, revealing a drummer in the regiment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Europe
Vienna
Luger
Austria
Doctor Luger
Crea
Hungary
International Automobile School Limited Reopens in Toronto
The International Automobile School Limited resumes operations at 1301 Bloop Street West Toronto under the Dame management. It offers PRACTICAL instruction in auto engineering with a larger up to date garage training facility and a history of successful graduates in 1919 to 1923. Enroll now for Fall and Winter terms.
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International Automobile School Limited
Bloop
Street
Toronto
dAmoe
Limited 1301 Bloor Street West Auto School Ad
An advertising note for a Toronto area auto mobile school at 1301 Bloor Street West invites readers to write or call for descriptive booklets about courses and offerings at Canada’s largest and best equipped school.
Visitors and weddings fill Fergus area social notes
The Fergus column records numerous visits and relocations. Bir and Mrs James Webb and child of Eden Mills visited the Herron and Weatherstone homes. The Four Square Club held a service in Fergus with five baptisms. Various guests from Batavia New York Toronto Cleveland and Acton joined local residents for gatherings and trips. Rev Parkhouse and family moved to Fergus while George Loree suffered a wagon accident injuring his tongue but is recovering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Webb
Eden Mills
J. EB. Herron
George Weatherstone
Four Square Club
Fergus
Grand River
Sharpe
James Hortop
Batavia
New York
W. H. Hortop
Lorne Overland
Toronto
Anson Tyndall
Mr. Willard
Cleveland
Ohio
Thos
Mack
Thomas Mack
Clexus
William Fielding
George Loree
Mr. Mack
Loree
Eden Mills Visitors From Canada and Nearby Regions
Eden Mills residents hosted a string of visitors from Pontiac Michigan Kawartha Lakes Peterborough Guelph Burlington Hamilton and Toronto. The guest list included Mrs McCullough Mrs Clarke Mrs A E Rudd Miss Norma Anderson Mrs Large Mrs Metcalf Miss Walker Miss Field Mr and Mrs Williams Miss Moult Rev A E Marsh and others at local homes over recent weeks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McCullough
Pontiac
Michigan
Clarke
Cargill
A. KE. Rudd
Kawartha Lakes
Peterborough
Blanchard
Appleby
Argo
Steed
Toronto
A. Mino
A. E
Marsh
Wiliams
Miss Moult
Taylor
Robinson
D. MacDougall
Edgewood Park
George Dyer
Charles Dyer
Erin
John Dyer
Miss Little Giles
Kitchener
Little
Halliard
Ywouhnerguard
Room
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The
Acton Free Press
Wild Ducks
Durham
Shane
Canada
Peterboro
W. C. Senior
Baptist Church
Mill and Main Streets
Shelbourne
Jordan Lawson
Hamilton Gear and Machine Co
Fergiuson
Hewetson Shoe Factory
Bert Kenyon
Wallace Avenue
Huttonville Park
Mary Burrows
William Steel
Centre Road North
Seeder
Thomas Ramshaw
Dogardus
Yarton
Buildir
Lkely
Oryangovile
and Gourtier
Khartum
Rat Windsor
the Dueen
Airdar
Mason, Atkinson
Holmes
Prudent
Reeve Barber
In Hinco
Nelson
McNiven
VAL
AL MaGiain
Forbes
Cannon
Silent Policemin Co
J. G
Mackenzie
Hydro-Electric
Moaney
Acton Hydro-Electric
Spline
H. W. Hinton “Gift Shoppe
Town and Country
Eramosa
Rockwoood
S. Francis
Transportation Service
Acton F. J. Scriven
Elgin Street
McIsaac
En-arco Motor
Alexander McIsaac
Everton
W. L. MacKenzie King
City OF Guelph
Liberal Club
Archie B. McCoig
Jas. Malcolm
M.P
Ay R Auld
Alexander Stewart
South Wellington
Liberal’ Association
GON Save the King
Lée
Axminster
McLean & Co
H. G. Meir
Acton and Georgetown
Bank OF Nova Scotia
King's Choice
Pachend Norval Mills
W. EL Browne
Norval
Ont
Bell
Municipal
W. J. Reid
Ealer Ea
Wilson
Bologna
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