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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Sep 13, 1951
Page
5
Notice to creditors and others regarding the estate of Donald McGregor Waldie. The executrix Beth Waldie, dated at Acton Ontario, August day in the year, Leatherland solicitor for Jane Elizabeth Waldie executrix.
Notice to creditors and others of the estate of Andrew James Aitken who died about March 6 1951 in Erin Township Wellington County. Claims must be sent to Calvin J. Aitken Acton Ontario or to the estate executor by September 29 1951 for distribution according to filed claims. Dated September 12 1951 Acton Ontario. Calvin J. Aitken RR 3 Acton Ontario Co F Leatherland Weise eatimor
Campbellville tied the series by overcoming Collingwood 10-1 in seven innings. Keith Lush homered and Roberts Wiltshire and Dredge added three triples as Campbellville erased Parrish’s seven scoreless innings with a seven hit barrage. Earl Cairns cleared the bases with a double as Bell drew three walks. Jack Roberts pitched four hits and one walk for Campbellville as the decisive game is set for Saturday at 3:30 p.m. at the Campbellville athletic grounds.
Margaret Anne Stansbury wed Kenneth Charles Robertson at Knox Presbyterian Oakville in a ceremony decorated with yellow and white gladioli. Bridesmaid Lynne Edwards wore yellow marquisette and taffeta. best man Douglas Robertson and ushers included Ted Stansbury and Ken McLean. The couple plans a Toronto residence after a Quebec City trip.
The YAICA board adopted the budget for the coming year at Monday's meeting chaired by Charles Wood. Secretary Cliff Sutton presented the camp report and opening pictures for adults and children were discussed. President F Footeatt presided as the Ladies Auxiliaries decided four members would attend an all ladies conference in St Catharines in October. Young peaches activities expected mid October.
Notice to creditors of the estate of John Edward W Thats late of Acton Halton Ontario who died around August 10 1951 require submitting details and proof before September 29 1951 for asset distribution to those legally entitled. C F Leatherland Acton Ontario executor solicitor notes.
The fourth annual Soper clan reunion was held at Brookville Hall Nassayaweya on Labor Day September 3 with about 125 attendees. Guests arrived in waves, enjoyed field sports horse shoes and races, and supper followed by games and a sing along. Special prizes honored oldest and youngest members while officers were elected for next year.
The wedding of Helen Adeline West and Lyal Howard McCutcheon took place at Acton Baptist Church on Saturday September 4. Rev. Hugh James officiated the ceremony with organist Miss Ethel Franklin and soloist Bert Boyd performing. The couple will reside in Acton after the ceremony.
Acton High School starts the year with assemblies and welcome events for first year and Acton Public School students. New teachers Miss Harris and Mr Heron lead daily exercises while rugby prep begins. An upcoming Literary Society election is announced as students cover walls with posters. Parents attend a successful night with Mr Robbins addressing optional subjects.
The best man and ushers were Stan ley Jay and David Allen. The soloist was Mrs William Mc Lean, aunt of the bride, and organist Mrs Lloyd Crawford. Guests from New Jersey and Canadian towns attended the ceremony. The couple will reside at the groom's farm RR 5 Rockwood on return from a trip to Haliburton and northern points.
An afternoon ceremony at St David's Church Campbellville united Darlene Margare t Thomas daughter of Geoi teRO Thomas Campbellwade and Gordon Wilbert Darby with Revo James E Suatherland son of Wilbert BF Darby Rockwood. The gown was white satin with a sweeping train, fitted bodice, V neckline, rolled collar and long sleeves. The bride wore a flowered headpiece and carried Snow Princess gladioli. Maids Verda Nichol Graceiph and Joln Mon Gabred wore gowns in satin with matching bodices. Bouquets featured Harvest Proards and Elisabeth gladioli. Reverend O acton officiated the ceremony.
Notice to creditors and others of the estate of Birbara or Tews of Acton Halton widow who died around August 17 1951. They must send proofs to the undersigned before September 20 1981. assets will be distributed among those legally entitled. Dated at Acton Ontario Arnold McEnery Executor Ballinafad Ontario.
The surname Wong is reported to be used by at least 150 million Chinese people, making it the most common family name globally. This prevalence underscores widespread cultural and genealogical patterns across Chinese communities.
William Grieve, a former Rockwood resident long engaged in the coal business in Toronto, died in St. Joseph’s Hospital Toronto. He was the son of the late Adam Grieve of Galt. Survived by sisters Mrs. Mary Madden of Toronto and Mrs. Anna Peacock of Galt. Funeral service held Monday, November 10.
A 13 year old Friesian cow named Manningford faith Jan Graceful from Britain set a new world milk yield record at 267315 lbs surpassing the old mark by about 11 lbs. Her lifetime average daily yield since production began is 86 lbs.
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