Local residents host various visitors over weekend
Mrs R J McPherson hosted in Tor onto for a few days while Mrs Olga Tromas visited London relatives over the weekend. Numerous Acton friends welcomed visits from Mrs B M Wilson Georgetown and Miss Florence Brankley Calgary visiting the Chapmans. Weekend travel spread included Buffalo Niagara Falls Ridgeway Welland and Toronto connections among Hobartians and Mount Forest visitors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. J. McPherson
Toronto
Olga Tromas
London
B. M. Wilson
Georgetown
Acton
Halton Juniors Earn High Honors in Farmivers Day Contests
Halton Juniors shone on Farmiers Day with top finishes across cattle and livestock events. The Halton Jersey team won the calf competition while Holstein and Shorthorn groups earned high placings and individual honors, among many strong showings by local youth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Halton
Halton Jersey
Ecclai McClura
Emterson Robinson
Pred Ruddell
Holstein
Hulton
Donald Beer
Addison Woodley
Archie Gates
John Snyder
Glen Campbell
Florence Cartwright
Wary Yarvin
Webty Rivag
Hazel Booth
Wialton
IsabelsTovell
Betty Rivaz
Wilma Wenderson
Florence Bullock
Claude McLaughlin
Richard McLaughlin
Fred. Shortill
Jack Lawson
Howard King
Wath
Max Taylor
Djs
Wallace Swackhamer
Howard Graff
Xfux
Waylor
Inpatient Clerk Quips With Reader Over Sign On
A hotel clerk grows impatient as a prospect reads the register. The reader retorts he is too experienced to sign without reading. The exchange underscores caution in handling implied formalities.
Notice to Creditors William Watson Estate Esquesing Halton
Creditors and others with claims against the estate of William Watson late of Esquesing Township Halton County Gent who died May 7 1036 must send particulars to the undersigned solicitors for the administratrix Miller & Nangerford Guelph Ontario on or before September 30 1036 after which date assets will be distributed only to claims received The August 25 1034 notice provides the filing deadline and instructions for notice reception.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Willyant Watson
William Watson
Esquesing
Halton
Miller & Nangerford
Guelph
Ontario
Municipal Council Proceedings Report
Council discussed tenders and called for new bids on identical specs. A Performing Rights Society letter was ordered filed. County Rate for the year set at 8316 43 a drop of 323 18. Tax sales of arrears to proceed by law. Refund adjustments approved for Waterhouse frontage and Kennedy assessment corrected. Medical Officer of Health salary treated as present rather than by by law. Mill Street building removal required within 30 days. Grandstand repairs ordered and park fence rebuilt. Garbage collection debt retirement eyed to cut taxes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. B. Chalmers
Performing Rights Society
Counciil
Jos. Waterhouse
Kennedy
Matin Street
FP. Milla
Mill Street
Nelson
Eton
Winson
Five Escape Injury After Car Plunge Into Creek
A car driven by John Jackson of Milton crashed through a iron guard rail on a bridge three miles north of Milton and plunged 10 feet into the creek. Jackson says he swerved after a bee entered the car window. Five occupants escaped by breaking windows and climbing to the creek bank.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Jackson
Milton
Iron Guard
Jackson
Inyons Warns War Danger Beyond Reckoning
The quote attributed to David Lloyd George warns that the immediate danger of war is unpredictable and not fully calculable given the current situation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
David Llayd George
Go on Johnny eat crusts may come a day you’re grateful
Dialogue beads with a childlike exchange about eating crusts and saving them for later. The language hints at a modest domestic scene and values thrift and patience.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Johnny
Dentists and a Patient Dispute Over Corns
A humorous exchange shows a dentist claiming not to touch a tooth while the patient complains the practitioner is standing on his corns. The moment captures a light dental-office misunderstanding.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dehtist
Do Wis Best Criminal Statement Before Sentence
A courtroom exchange reveals a defendant pleading he will not live to complete the act, while the judge replies bluntly urging him to proceed as far as possible with the act. The dialogue captures a stark interaction over the severity of the crime and impending punishment.
Shelley friendship and metaphor jabs in quirky chat
In a playful exchange, one asks about Shelley and notes his many metaphors. The counterpart, lacking pretension, agrees the line of thought favors giving Canadian workers a chance.
Royal Theatre Guelph Celebrates Second Anniversary Week
Royal Theatre in Guelph begins Second Anniversary Week with a lineup of entertainment. Opened two years ago on September 1, under manager Chris G Holmes, who brings sixteen years in theatre, including England and Canada. An afternoon fundraising group will present attractions, with details provided in this edition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Royal Theatre
Guelph
Puztle
Chris
G. Holmes
Harry
Hollines
Theatre Minugential
Canada
Occaxion
Pulafunding
Local club discussion on policies ends abruptly
A club meeting features a speaker who talks policies for about ninety minutes. A member reacts with astonishment, noting the situation in a nutshell as the discussion closes.
Was He Wish? Foreman Promises Job Pitch in Irish Foreman Quote
A fragment shows Pat asking for work and a foreman replying that if a man fails to show tomorrow he will replace him and hire Pat. The terse exchange captures labor pressure and employment talk among Irish foremen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pat
Iriah Foreman
Times Have Changed Captains Talk To A Young Midshipman
A dialogue shows a captain noting shifts in era as a midshipman asserts new norms. The exchange contrasts old and new attitudes aboard the ship, reflecting evolving leadership and crew dynamics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
TY Wuppowe
Dirty hands prompt a wash in playful exchange
In a playful classroom moment a teacher asks Wille how his hands got so dirty. Wille replies he is washing his face, highlighting a lighthearted domestic scene.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wille
Franklin and Rumford Stoves shaping home heating history
The article traces early stove development from Franklin's 1715 improvements to later models including coal burning designs and inverted base-burning stoves. It notes Count Rumford's 1785 to 1795 innovations, soapstone lined ovens, and the spread of European designs to America by 1908, influencing domestic manufacturing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Franklin
Jamie Feracklla
Holland
Germany
Count Rumford
Runafoerd
America
Cleveland Plain Dealer
Cyclone and Tornado Differ in Storm Descriptions
A detailed definition from the Indianapolis News explains a cyclone as a tropical storm with 50 to 100 mile diameter, winds 90 to 130 mph, and a low pressure center. It contrasts with a tornado, a violent funnel cloud that travels in a narrow path, common in the Mississippi Valley, with extreme pressure drops that lift structures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapolis News
Tropics
China Sea
Miusiadippi
Out of Fighting Class Kerry Blue Terrier Standards
The American Kennel Club dog book notes the Kerry Blue Terrier no longer bred for fighting. The breed served as a herder, vermin hunter, game retriever, guard and companion, with a pigeon blue coat and distinct curly hair. It stands about 18 inches high and weighs 33 to 37 pounds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Kennel Club Dog Book
Language Gaps In Darkness Across Cultures
A Century Forum piece notes that many cultures rely on nonverbal or limited signs after dark. It mentions African bushmen and tribes on Fernanda Po as examples of reduced intelligibility at night and cites the Fana use of a fire related saying to discuss issues in darkness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fernanda Po
West Africa
Jacob B. Conn
Elephants Move Gracefully Despite Heavy Weight
A fragment explains how elephants of up to six tons can walk on their feet like dancers. Each foot ends in a large cushion made of fat and fibers, absorbing impact and aiding silent movement toward water holes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pearson
Goldih Revere ta Typa look to pepper native waterways
The group arrived with aims to beautify waterways but reverted to the usual procedure of casting their devices into lakes ponds and rivers. The result is a return to the waterway as it was, with effects on the edible fresh water fish populations.
Dr Neville Harrop Weds Miss Irene Dunn at Acton Church
A wedding at St Josepha Church Acton unites Dr Neville Harrop and Irene Dunn. The ceremony featured gladioli and palms, with Anne Dunn as bridesmaid and Ted Harrop as best man. After a breakfast the couple left for a motor trip to Northern Ontario and will reside in Toronto.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Josepha Church
Acton
Irene Catherine Dunn
John Dunn
Neville Ernest
E. Harrop
Father McBride
Gibbons
Irene Mulholland
Patricia Harrop
Ill Harrop
Northen
Ontario
Mya
Harrop
Yoronto
Yarrop
Toronto
Miss Dunn
Undsuy
Wedding Bells Ring at Acton United Church
A September wedding united Helen Marguerite Symon and Daniel Taylor at Acton United Church with a reception hosted by Mrs. Symon. Attendants included Miss Miriam Helsberi and Macpherson Symon. The couple plans to reside in Acton after a honeymoon to Montreal and Ottawa.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Acton United Church
Helen Marguerite
James Symon
Daniel Taylor
Theodore N
Taylor
Sweden
Questa
EB. ML Morrow
Rida and Green
Chas. Symon
Toronto
Miriam Helsberi
Macpherson Symon
Charles Symon
Hoor
E. J. Nelson
Miss Taylor
Ms. Noble
Barbara Plank
Acton
Ruby Clark
Margaret Munro
Milton
Jean Anthony
Erin
Living Beyond Our Means Questioned in Domestic Exchange
A dialogue depicts a couple debating their finances with a terse exchange about being financially overextended. The line hints at financial strain and a wary, tense household atmosphere.
Fall Farm Dates Across Town Markets and Fairs
Acton and nearby towns host farm events from September 16 to October 17 with listings for Qaledon Fergus Galt Grain Valley Milton Brampton Georgetown Aberfoyle Shectavitte Woodbridge and Halton Vue. Thanksgiving Day activities may be included with gleaning and market days noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fulra
Turnace
Acton
Qaledon
Fergus
Septemeer
Grain Valley
Milton Brampton
Georgetown
Aberfoyle
Shectavitte
Woodbridge
Halton Vue
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J. W. McLeod
Mrs
Rd. Kerr
Florence Brankley
Calgary, Alta
George Chapman
J. O. Matthews
Helen Ostrander
Buffalo
Niagara Falls
Howard Statham
Harry Statham
Wm. Landsborough
Richard Leavens
Welland
Mrs. H. Prankum
Lillie Prankum
Harriston
A. T. Brown
Robert MacArthur
Margaret Brown
W. E. Thompson
Winnipeg
Cuba
Messrs. R. N. and
G. W. Murray
Ruth Gibson
Velma. Murray
Rev. C. L
Mrs. Poola
Ridgeway
John ‘McAnaish
Mount Forest
Herberd MrAnnish
Rok
G. H. Brown
H. Burrill
Hawley, Minn
L ‘Reed
L. Smith
Mount Hope
Wt. J. Herr
John Teehan
Missed Teehan
John Dillon
Dinnson
P. Sayers
George Wallace
Clothes Shop
Yonge St
Ryrie-Birks
E. P
St George’s Square
Guelph’s Moat
Voice OF Bugle Ann
Maureen O'Sullivan
Eve Vinden
Lionel Barrymore
Sea Shore
Japan
Fox News
Ginger Rovers
Fred Astaire
Irving Berlin
Cupid Gessale Man
Charlie Chan
Warner Olund
Educating Papa
Jed Prouty
Shirley Deane
Whatanute
Wiysh
Sutugglera
Lille
France
Loyalittle Antinula
W Kang
Gometiniga
Neville Harrop
Irene Dunn
United Church Uech
WIG Living
Oxfords
Goss
Pallant’s
Ars
Chesterfield
Engish Repp
Feltol
Tromato
Johnstone&Rumley
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