Acton Council Debates Milk By law and Vandalism Response
Acton council meets with two members absent and delays milk by law discussion. They plan next meeting October 9 and order milk sellers to appear for thorough discussion. Aware vandalism at the Legion hall prompts police action and Crown Attorney notice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Acton
J” Mo
Donald
F. Davison
J.B. Chalmera
A. J. Murray
Pell Telephone Co
Talbot
McDonald Estate
Rickle, Seagrave Ltd
Thos
Rumley
Park
Halton
E Thetford
Vintario Municipal Board
Crescent
Taio
Ares
Tits Corp
EOF Harrop
James Mills and
Featherland
Wessued Iis
James Mursses
Mill St
Buthiing
Wasnuth
Counvih
Pharm
Reverend Arthur Soveremun to preach at St Aban’s Church
The Rt Rev Arthur Soveremun of Athabaska will preach next Thursday morning at 1:30 in St Aban’s Church. The Women’s Audhory to the Missionary Society will hold its annual meeting for Halton Deanery at 2:00 p.m. Soveremun will address an open Town Hall meeting on his monetary mission work in Yukon and Athabaska.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arthur Soveremun
Athabaska
St. Atban’s
Missionary Society
Halton
Hrohop Soveremn
Yukon
Y.MLC A Announces New Supervisor For Season
The Y.M.C.A. Acton unit introduces Johnnie Gray as the new supervisor in charge as preparations begin for the fall and winter season. An opening evening Friday October Brad will welcome Mr. Gray and his bride with guests from the local YMCA council and staff, plus refreshments and entertainment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Y.mlcla
Anikhod
Gymnacium
Udecl
Johnnie Gray
Toronto Wear End Vom.c.a
Acton
The
Dramatic Society
Relief officer given 18 months in reformatory
William J. Mortimer of Burlington pleaded guilty to ten counts of fraud involving relief vouchers in Milton court. He admitted obtaining 2957 by fraud while ex-secretary of the Burlington Welfare Commission. Sentences run concurrently. offences dated October 1939 to June 1940. Co-defendant William A. Walker, a Burlington grocer, awaits trial.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Witliam J. Mortimer
Burington
Ontario Reformatory
Milton Court
Mortimer
Burlington Welfare Commission
Hope
OL Dick
W. O. Munro
Halton County
Queen Mary and Duchess Invite Hobbit on Ride
Thomas, tired from a hike and walking home, was unexpectedly invited into a motorcar by Queen Mary and the Duchess of Kent. The royal pair insisted he sit with them rather than the chauffeur, offering a rare roadside encounter in Enghind.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marlborough
Enghind
Atrerafteman
Offiers Chosen By Young People at Limited Church Event
A candidate slate led by Mr John Pell elected officers for the Christian fellowship at the Limited Church social for youths. The meeting, chaired by Mrs Pell, set plans for weekly gatherings and a September 25 event to promote youth participation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ormited Church
Fosbury
Gates
Ferre Eben Dent
John Pell
Dor
Ga Cullen
Mpcantreet McKensie
Doris Wilson
Ty Cos
Acton Soldier Praises London Hospital Letter
A Canadian soldier recalls viewing London hospital wreckage and supports the Sick Children’s Hospital appeal. He cites Lord Southwood’s call and praises freedom fighters, urging donations to aid the cause through the Canadian Army and citizens of Acton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Acton
London Hospital
Notts Tis Stott
Sigh Children’s Hospital
England
Pte
Net McNabb Jr
Lord Southwood
Tar Farr Press
Lorne Scots Det Nord Cdn
Neral Holding
Augustin Mro
G. A. Dills
Acton Fax Parss
Dills
Acton Faer
Paris
Hospital
London
Asaistan
Lord Southword
Agton Team Opens Bowling Season With Win
The Royal Commercial Bowling League of Cutelph opened the P41-42 season Tuesday night. The McCutcheon Transport sponsored team, in group AT, defeated Oval Dairy BY 3 0 0 with McCutcheon players Roote and Holmes contributing strong scores. Details list Morton Leishman Corrs and Leishman among top scorers in the opening match.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Royal Commercial Bowling League of Cutelph
Actonias
Yen Hy” Tean
FC McCuatcheon Transport
McCutcheon
Oval Dairy
Jean
M. Roote
Morton
M. Holmes
Leishman
W. Corrs
Royal
Oldest Church District Anniversary Celebration
The oldest established church in this district, Churchill United Church, will observe its milestone anniversary on Sunday and Monday. The program includes a sermon by Dr RF Silcox of Toronto, a social evening, and a free supper followed by a concert and a Carnival program presented by the Hut dining group.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Churchill United
Steahher
Dro. RF Silcox, PH TD
Tearonto
Sera Reatham
SS Pm
DS Po
Indies
Evans Frank Wedding at Smiths Falls Church
A quiet wedding was celebrated at Smith Falls Presbyterian Church on Saturday at 7 o'clock. Rev Dr Davidson officiated for Miss June Frank, daughter of Mr and Mrs Wo Frank of Rockwell Ontario, and Pilot Officer James Evans of Georgetown, son of Mr and Mrs Walter Evans. The bride wore heavenly blue with matching accessories. The couple then left for a motor trip to Montreal and Laurentian Hills.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Evans- Frank
Smiths Falls Church
Smith Falls Presbyterian Church
Davidson
June
Frank
Miro
Wo Frank
James Evans
Georgetown
Walter Evans
Montreal
Quebec
Laurentian Hills
Prize Winners in Field Classes of Acton Fair
Readout lists prize winners in field classes at Acton Fair with multiple entries for horses including Clydes and Shires. Names such as Geo Francis Alex Vacadas Spring Boat and WW Allan appear among breeders and exhibitors. The section covers brood mares foals and various gelding and filly classes, ending with a note that the page continues on Page Eight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Acton Fair
A. Varey
Valene
BE. Sunter
Harry Norton
David
Alex. Mitchell
Rose Marie
Acton
Vollowing
Clydes
Shires
Geo. Francis
Alex, Vacadas
Ella
Bled
BR. Reid
G. Francis
Nth & Son
Ro Reid
Ro Winter
de Leybourne
Hugh Roedn
W. Allan
Redney & Son
Ales. Harrison
J.D. Leybourne
Allan
Hedney
MoReveth
F. Lawrence & Son
L. F.livingstone
Winter & Son
R. Reid
Alex. Dolsoh
Los. Livingston
F. Lawrence
Norman
Deve Tenusy
School Championships Won At Field Day
Acton district schools held field day events with students from junior and public schools competing in track and field contests at the school grounds and park. Winners include Helen Holmes junior girls champion and Evan and Junior boys titles, with feats in relay races, driving races, and long jump.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Helen Holmes
Rena Araida
Evan
George Taylor
Acton
Helth
Theachool Grounds
Selfeh
Princival McKennie
Citivens
Roddy Force
Bobby Rum
Jdackie Davidson
Carol ‘Tyler
June Palmer
Christina Lamb
Hoya
Toand
Wayne Plews
Ronnie Anderson
Teddy Tachtin
Girly
Jacqueline Chew
Tlelen Somerville
Dane Estate
Roya
Freddie Kentner
Melbourne Law
Harald Smith
Gilrls
Deas Br
Meine McCristall
Dean Anderson
Ustrow Trace
Hilly Clayton
Lorne Arble
Raymond Arbie
Armand Brada
Donfild Lamb
Andrew Nicot
Hetty Masters
Martin MecCristall
Holy Clayton
Sack Stace
Joyce Lamb
Joan Somerville
Florence Coleman
Jack Kentner
George ‘Tulkosz
Billy Clayton
Raymond Archie
George Evilett
Armand Braida
Kirta
June Dunn
Shirley Kentner
Aileen Melisaac
Helen ‘McLellan
Dena Braida
Joan Colen
Ted Perkins
BU Clayton
George Eliett
Martin Metrstall
George Eltote
BU Cle Ton
Hound
Joan Somervillé
Maureen O'Rourke
Don
Mileydean
Somerville Marjorie _Norton
Frank Spetlvogel
Philip McCristatt
Wansbrough Celebrates 90th Birthday At Rockwood Gathering
A house party at Mrs. Frank Day’s Rockwood home honors Mrs. E. A. Wansbrough of Acton for her 90th birthday. Attendees include Roy and Kay Wansbrough of Toronto, Harold and family, Gordon Me and Kay, Allan Smith and Wanetta Day, plus many Day relatives from Rockwood Hamilton and Acton. The day featured warm wishes for a venerable mother and grandmother.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Day
Rockwood
E. A. Wanssbrough
Acton
I Roy Wansbrough
Betty
Toronto
Harold Wansbrough
Robbie
Emma
Noreen
Torente
Gordon Me
Kay
Bruce
Allan Smith
Wanetta
Harvest Festival Services at St Alban's Church
The annual harvest services were held at St Alban's Church with festive decorations of harvest symbols. Revd W Basil Irwin preached on Thursday and Revd KEA Brooks spoke Sunday. The Rural Dean of Halton Canon Lionel Nattel died Thursday. Provost Cosgrave of Trinity College spoke at evening service. At St John’s Rockwood two preachers led the Harvest Festival.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St Alban's ChUrch
W. Basil Irwin
Campbellville
Tioam
Hevda KE. A. Brooks
Halton
Lionel R. J. Nattel
Grace Church
Mitton
OH. Cosygrave
Trinity College
Taran Pernent
Irish Free State
Dublin
Canada
St. Jonna
Rockwood
Acton Junior Farmers Open Season With Wether Roast
Announcement notes an annual supper Monday at 7 PM and a good program. The Acton Junior Farmers start their season with a wether roast at Lorne School on October 3. An auction sale is planned at Town Hall on Saturday September 27 at 2 PM under the Duke of Devonshire lodge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Acton
Lorne School
Town Hall
Duke of Devonshire
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Halton Deanery
Women's Auxiliary
Y.mlc.a
Agton
Robert Kerr
M Caven
Robert Karr
Given
R. M. Barden
W. B. Reid
Alex. Dolson
R. M . Barden
Alex Dolson
Barden
Roadsters
D. Campbell
S. Sommerville
Blue Top Stables
Hatton
Merc Mughen
Cleaver
Ottawa
House of
Seaforth
Ontario
P. GG. Ramashaw
Milton
Ramahaw
Towne of Commons
Phughes Cleaver
Burlington
Liberal Association
Talten County
Taleton
Hous of Commons
Thik
Conmimnittee
Thalten
WF Golding
E. A. Wansbrough
St. Alban’s Church
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