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Newspaper

Acton Free Press

Location

Acton, Ontario, Canada

Date

Sep 20, 1945

Page

11

Acton Council Pulse on Street Change and Frontage Aims

Acton Council discussed changing street layouts to allow factory expansion and approved a new waterworks frontage plan. Members debated sidewalk work Mill Street east and Maple Avenue relocation while preparing by laws for water frontage and debentures. The meeting covered property transfers, sewer plans, and a CN railroad water main project.

Maple Avenue Mir Dunn Armace Mill Street Foot & Loch Uthies Commission Thomas Harris Sobiter Sears Caplis Church Frederick Biggin Canadian National Baltheny Main Street Knowles Construction Company

President of Storey Glove Co. Died Suddenly Saturday

Wm Arnold, longtime president and production manager of the Acton glove plant, died after suffering a stroke on Saturday. He helped found the business, served on the Acton council, and was known for community work and support of children. Funeral was Tuesday at Fairview Cemetery with Rev Forbes Thomson officiating.

Storey Glove Co Neosaas Hewae Rosehoof Tate Arnold Heras Itiams Acton Shoregore Arnott Spo William Arnott Nic Forbes Thomson Fairview Cemetery Messrs Frank McIntosh Nell McNabb Herbert Ritchit R. Spellvogel FE. Marzo Gordon Currig

Acton Societies Plan United Clothing Collection

Local societies including The Duke of Devonshire and the Women's Institute organize a United Clothing Collection to aid bombed cities. The effort runs from October to aid the National Clothing Campaign with proceeds of garments and fabrics gathered in Acton.

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Stuart Lowrie Released from Japanese Internment

A wire from the Colonial Office reports Stuart Loselle has been released from a Japanese internment camp. Friends await further word as Mr Rob Dowie and family confirm the news, tied to Stoutlapis from the Manufacturers Life Insurance Co in Singapore.

Robi Dowie Colonial Office Stuart Loselle Dife Insurance Co Ham Acton Bari Hassinger Hirth Pias Pian Hodpe Beardmore & Co Walter Pode Walter Pode Ceorretown Phe Tformenty Agnes Chishetaly Ban Heme Acton India Abres Tosane Burma Burman Star Cleut Duck Atex Mannes Sean Die Brothers Sagen Ant Lad Bas Saares

United Church Meeting Plans For Thanksgiving Service

The United Church W M O S met at the home of Miss H T Johnson with Miss J Add presiding. Speakers included Mrs J Caldwell and Mrs O R Whetford. The group voted to invite guests for the Thanksgiving meeting and to extend thanks to donors.

United Church W. Mos Jahnson Tadd Aeeth J Caldwell Cr Whetford Sef Che Doeminign Board A. Cavites Dhaak Thetford Ma Broad Os Reid

Old Home Church Centennial Next Sunday

The Old Home Church prepares a Centennial observance next Sunday with letters and notes inviting former members to renew fellowship. Plans include a booklet by Averys with church history, pictures of past leaders, and copies for visitors from out of town.

Sundias Oded Barker Toronto Ards Pe-Mnon Ag Re. Sievont Alt

Spring Reservoir Break Triggers Water Service Disruption

A breaking point at Acton Water Supply caused a spill in the Spring Reservoir leading to altered service. Officials and workers, including Superintendent data, engaged a repair operation as teams addressed the breach and ensured safety around cement walls and surrounding areas.

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Variety of Charges Heard in Police Court in Milton

A Milton police court heard a mix of charges including driving while drunk, speeding, and property damage. The proceedings involved several accused including Leonard Rasbach and Ernest West, with testimonies about collisions near Roses Church on Highway No. 1 and thefts of bicycles and items from a residence.

Milton Marlette Potee Couet Jack Dasadle Amet Hooper Malbon Thes Agearendt Tetas Dyererett Guycefony Wooedresstas Aden Iin Bey Cooper Benete Tamryhar Jeanham Prarhia Fon Police Manda Than Aorests Teavud West Mivanumy Awete Toronto Isteter Langdon Vhomis Tansey Little Palermognon Norman Lawrence Austin Huck Roses Church Na Lo Lemon Leonard Raabh Acton Ras Mason June Watkins Ernest West

Acton Fair Highlights 1915 Events and Winners

Readable fragments show Acton fair week highlights including youth activities, stalls, and competitions. The text mentions Stothans Saylor and Mrs McCaboteau, with references to planes and treats, plus community involvement and local volunteers.

Acton Welcomes Returning Soldiers In Community Gathering

Dozens of Acton residents greet homecoming troops after years overseas. Officials recount deployments in France and Burma, with families and town leaders applauding brave service. A lively parade and fair events highlight the farewell in Acton and nearby communities.

Coming Events at Patri Hall and Local Venues

Community calendar lists events at Patri Hall Seger foth Les St Albans and Bryoksills Hall with orchestra and euchre games in September. Carriers Hall Crewson hosts a Thursday evening gathering September 20 at 8 20 with refreshments and admission 1. Everyone invited. Winter coat season hinted and cleaners offer pickup and delivery service.

Fabre Patri Hall Les St Albans Bryoksills Hall Tuestat Calofarth Acton Tadins Orange Benmt Association Nolia Will Ja Hall Crewson

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