14 Sep 1922
Page 1
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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Sep 14, 1922
Page
1
Community items include church notices at Minleter-Rav Acton, advertisements for sales of real estate goods and livestock, farm auction details, house for sale and wanted helpers, trusted notices and a card of thanks with names like J. Buvage Jr. and Gordon Home Milton.
We're Holding Open House During September inviting customers to visit the store as guests with no purchase obligation. The apparel section showcases new styles for autumn with new goods arriving, signaling cooler weather ahead and prepared inventory for the season. The message emphasizes new prices and advantages for shoppers.
Ladies coats assembled in stock with prices down to 15 dollars. Ulster tailored coats offered in sizes up to 20 years or 38 bust, suggesting broad selection and reduced prices for buyers.
The article surveys new fashion for fall featuring Russian and Egyptian influences with circular skirts and draped Rome inspired looks. Crepe fabrics including Crepe Knit Crepe Velvety Canton Crepe Romane form the backbone, with wool serges homespuns tricotines gabardines and Nanndls. Prices for large frocks start around $12.00.
The 44th annual Canadian National Exhibition drew crowds totaling about 1.3725 million over two weeks, with peak turnout around 146000 on a busy Saturday. Weather stayed favorable except for Young Canada’s Day, and events featured concerts, a large marching choir, and fountain displays drawing thousands to the grounds.
A chaotic police court week reports Chief Constable Siaith arresting Tracwaredde Revard of Toronto for motor car flight on the Toronto Hamilton subway, with Mag Marr set to hear him in seven days. Multiple local cases include Thomas A. McClure charged with intoxication, Andrew Moloksi’s spirits possession charge, and butter analysis violations at Gehriestown Creamery.
Readers learn of a London fair exhibition featuring new subsects in fine arts and a forthcoming band concert. The page notes strong attendance as plans for more concerts and a popular band lineup for next Saturday evening at the Community Garden.
The Caynoctors met Monday with the Finance Committee presenting reports. Acts include a new 625 dollar Town Hall floor and street receptacles for papers and refuse. water use during road repairs cited at 260 per tank. Also noted were school and civic updates, a concert by the Guelph Salvation Army Band, and Acton exhibits in Toronto highlighting local industries.
Social items report visits and travels of many residents including Mrs. Huffman, Miss Clare, and Mr. James of Toronto. Obvious patterns include weekend trips to Toronto, mentions of weddings and baptisms, and local events such as school and church gatherings, with numerous names and places across Ontario and surrounding areas.
The Acton Fall Fair directors promise a record-breaking exhibition with a large display of fine crafts, farm produce, and handiwork. Officials urge exhibitors from Canada, the United States, and beyond to enter livestock, poultry, cattle, and crops, highlighting prize money and the chance to boost the local market.
In a Saturday crash near Campbellville a vehicle traveling at high speed caused serious injuries to Cameron Johnston and a group of five companions. Johnston sustained severe leg injuries. others were treated for head and facial wounds. A second incident nearby led to a man losing a leg after a pole impact. extensive medical care followed.
A letter from the Guelph Citadel Band members thanks the inhabitants for their attention and support during a performance. The secretary Oona L. Gindine notes plans to return in the future to give another concert and to possibly dedicate a church or building.
The Anglican Church of Milton appoints Canon Nattel Goss as rector, effective the second Thursday in October. The notice notes family congratulations from Rev Carian Nurttel and mentions Major Grant’s overseas trip with updates from France Belgium England Scotland and Ireland amid unrest.
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