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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Sep 20, 1923
Page
6
Disjointed local notes report Thanksgiving falling on Monday November 12 due to the rule tying the holiday to Armistice Day. Other items cover coroner’s inquest into Walter Lawson Sr death at a crossing, the Disciples' annual convention, postal stamp changes, and a light motor-essay about a family outing ending with a blown tire.
Rev Charles Hackett preached earnest sermons on harvest in gathering and thankfulness. A large congregation sang old harvest hymns while farm products, garden produce, grain and fruit were displayed in an artistic exhibit arranged by Hackett and workers adding autumn leaves for display.
George Patterson and Philip Holmes died suddenly in Toronto while Mrs Swackhammer passed away in Guelph. All were esteemed former residents with relatives in town.
A corn roast at Suburban Park Monday night drew several intoxication incidents. Inspector Roavaly filed seven charges under liquor and motor vehicle laws, but the hearing was postponed to Saturday morning as defence attendance proved difficult.
The report covers tax rate disputes at 142-10 Mills. a bridge case against Yanders deemed not satisfactory with Reeve and Engineer by confer. A separate case involves Roy Harris charged under the Cruelty to Animals act for leaving a horse fed and watered poorly near Campbellville. Harris pleads guilty citing a misunderstanding with his brother, and the matter ends with costs. Further notes mention William Oliman’s search warrants against two milk dealers at Georgetown for bottle misappropriation, with constables and locals involved. no further action yet. George Hilson’s arrest for hiding a weapon in a garden is postponed for a week to be tried by Valle Magistrate Moore at Milton tomorrow.
Community updates list dozens of residents visiting or staying with friends inActon Toronto Kitchener and Oakville. Gentlemen and ladies from Toronto Guelph and nearby towns are noted over weekends and holidays with engagements moves and local council actions mentioned in the weekly social column.
A 26 year old man Leanly Cooper of Inglewood was found dead in a brick works yard after an apparent electrocution. The Waterloo Morticultural Society and local officials marked a solemn scene as investigators probed the circumstances and the town prepared for possible memorials.
Readable fashion note highlights many new fall and winter coats in an autumn showing. It emphasizes easy selection and attractive prices across multiple new styles for buyers seeking value and style.
A brief catalog blurb praises hats as becoming and stylish, noting fall fashions and new high grade designs. It mentions Jaunty Hide felt sport hats starting at 52.00 and emphasizes smart lines, fine materials, and affordable pricing.
A sale pitch highlights $20 topcoats in fine English tweed for in between seasons. Features include raglan shoulders belts and autumn shades. Also advertised are hundreds of other fall topcoats and “plums” to choose from for men trying on new coats.
The ad notes Our Assorted Chocolates remain good with weekly sale at 29 cents per half pound and Salted Peanuts fresh shipment with weekend special 25 cents per half pound. Regular prices are 40 cents and 30 cents respectively.
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