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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Sep 21, 1944
Page
5
A roundup of local residents visiting families and attending events over the weekend. Wren Frances, Wren Helen Lamb, Lieut. Martin Hassard, Col G. W. MacKenzie, and many others were home or visiting Acton, Flesherton, Unionville, Toronto, Hamilton, and Guelph. Paratrooper John C. Hamilton and Gunner Jim Overholt are noted among travelers and memorial services.
In England a cabin sheltered four women during a berry-picking trip when a lightning bolt shattered the cabin. Mrs Near, her companions, and Mrs Near's lost shoes survived unharmed aside from the footwear loss. The report was sent home by Jack VanGooren of the RCAF to his parents.
Pte William Younger 19 son of Mr and Mrs Colin Younger Clarkson killed in action in France. Mrs Alfred Eastwood Brant Street received word that her youngest son Tpr Reginald Eastwood 21 was badly wounded in Italy on September 4. Mayor F M Deans urged a V Day community celebration with a public meeting planned in the council chamber. A hot oil pipe line at the British American Oil Refinery Clarkson broke, causing 75 000 damage but no injuries. At 12 30 Bundley night a car driven by Alex Whyte 841 Dupont Street Toronto crashed into a tree near the Lions Club. Cherry 17 Toronto sustained cuts to the head.
Sunday September 22 11 00 am Morning Worship with Guest Minister Rev G Date iBA iB Th 22 15 pm Church School No Evening Service Wednesday September 27 8 pm Pre Communion Service Sunday October date 11 am Sacrament of the Lord s Supper Come and Worship Everybody Welcome
A Canadian church case involving Knox Chao and a 40 Cr0-POResTMomron action appears in a clipped OCR snippet. Details are unclear but reference to church, person, and legal matter suggests a court or ecclesial notice with potential local impact.
Salolat Miss Matie Anderson contrasts life in a local notice. The Knox Presbyterian Male Quartet will assist at both services. Everyone is welcome to attend and join in the event.
Communities of Glen Williams and Georgetown mourn the August 28 death of Pte Stanley Dickenson in France. His mother Mrs James Dickenson received official Ottawa notification by telegram Monday morning. His father Spr James Dickenson serves with the Canadian Headquarters Staff in London, England.
Tuesday September 22 Mrs Wheater DeMliler of Rockwood entertained a froousssau for Marian, daughter of the family, in honor of her upcoming marriage to Dendll Featherstone Lawrence, son of Mr and Mrs Sielson Lawrence of Milton. Preaching at the tre a table featured Mrs Charles Fatherstone and Mrs J S Miller, showering guests with gifts and best wishes for the bride elect’s future happiness.
The September 1 gathering of the Acton Women s Institute met at Mrs Zari Lambert s home with E Caller as 2nd vice president presiding. Members reviewed current events and enjoyed a verse reading Our Institute Ode and What It Means by Mrs Lambert. Plans for a Fall Fair booth and dinner were discussed and guests invited to next meeting at Mrs Hargrave s home to assist with the Social Welfare program. The meeting closed with the National Anthem and a vote of appreciation to the hostess and committee.
Public auction at CPL Ameng's farm Lot 22 Nassapaweya Con 6 Blue Line five miles south of No. 7 Highway. Sale starts 12:00 pm featuring horses cows sheep seeders cultivators mowers and a wide range of farm implements plus household items. Cash on sale day.
Ontario politicians clash over the Family Allowances Act amid provincial autonomy, with Premier Drew defending the act while critics warn it shifts political attention and could affect the looming election. Jolliffe and others vow to oppose provincial dilution, while Liberal leaders weigh cooperation with the CCF. The rally notes French-Canadian isolation risks as Premier's stance faces opposition.
County council continued discussion on the House of Refuge and called for safeguards on releases of residents from that home. A resolution to notify municipalities before any release or application for release is approved was carried. A letter of thanks was authorized to Mayor Conboy Toronto city council Alderman J Innes Robert Simpson Co and the T Eaton Co for command labor help. The council also urged recognition of soldier citizens with military awards by letter. Financials listed include 1794.34 for finance 456.80 for buildings 648.40 for printing 1140.50 for hospitals and 150.00 for agriculture. Council adjourned to October 10.
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