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Newspaper

Acton Free Press

Location

Acton, Ontario, Canada

Date

Sep 27, 1917

Page

2

Obituary notices from a faded 19th century page

A fragmented obituary column notes the birth of a daughter to Mr. and Mrs. John Graham, with unclear details. It lists deaths including a Rev. W. C. Henderson at Grimaby and a memorial for Ethel Hunter died September 29, 1015, with a family inscription about a lost loved one.

Onaitas Esquosing An Supe Bub John Graham Margaret Hvalyn Archibald Henderson Grimaby W. C. Henderson Qualph Ethel Frederick Mary Hunter

Acton Hed Cronn Red Cross Canvass Encourages Monthly War Gifts

Editorial notes report Acton Hed Cronn members canvassed finances during the week and secured broad support for monthly Red Cross gifts during the war. The piece urges sustained effort against indifference and highlights the Red Cross as a vital link to the front, inviting remaining donors to contribute through any Red Cross member or the office.

Acton Hed Cronn Use Acton Society Mod Cross Red Cross Society

Acton Fall Fair A Marked Success and Splendid Exhibits

The Acton Fall Fair proved a marked success with splendid exhibits in the main hall. A noteworthy showing of horses and other stock drew crowds and praise from participants and spectators alike.

Acton

Queen's Weather Dims Attendance at Fall Fair

The Fall Fair enjoyed two days of favorable weather, drawing large crowds from wide areas. Exhibits across dairy, fruit, flowers, eggs, arts, and livestock impressed judges, with special praise for the ladies department and newcomers. The event served as a social hub aided by automobile travel, with bands and piano displays enhancing the program. Local exhibitors Rey J.C Wilson and Stewart defeated prominent Erin Downship growers in a notable race, and auction details for registered Durhams and horses were announced for Friday.

Rome Rey J.C Wilson Stewart Erin

Troop Letter From Hhorcham by the Sea Describes War Time Life

A correspondent from Crowborough writes from Hhorcham by the Sea about daily life with the army unit. He notes urban contrasts with Crowborough, parade-ground views of the coast, and occasional air displays from nearby Brighton and Worthing. He mentions a grave ceremony, limited home political news, and a hoped postwar vote reflecting service.

Hhorcham-by-the-Sea Husox Kog Mayaro Crowborough Ibia Brighton Worthley Brighton Lea Tai Itvooms

WWI Letters From Acton Soldiers Reach Home

A compiled wartime letter from Acton residents describes letters from J.D. Smith and Stevuen Qoenan. They recount Hill 70 engagements, gas attacks, hospital transfers, and convalescence in England after service with the 5th Battalion Scout section.

Mias Lorethy Clement Pune Prius Josh Yto J.D. Smith Acton U5th Toronto Whitecroas Hospital Warrington England

Hon. D Henderson Honored on Retirement

A retirement ceremony at Government building in Ottawa honored Hon. D Henderson with a formal gathering. Attendees noted his long service and presented a commemorative gift.

D. Henderson Ottawa

Long and useful service praised at party event

The chair warmly praised Mr. Hoadenwon for long service with several speakers also paying tribute. Dr. H Edwards presided, Hughon led the proceedings, and others including Susan Pope W H Heanett Michael Steele William Smith T W Crother and Frank Cochrane spoke. Mr. Henderson replied with emotion.

Hoadenwon Vthe H. Edwards Frontasnc Bir Bam Hughon Susan Pope W. H. Heanett Ast Simcoe Michael Steele Youth Forth William Smith South Ontario T.W. Crother Frank Cochrane Henderson Auripsine

Silent Robbins Master and Love Hermit on Screen

Photoplay notes list two films airing on Saturday September 10 with Warwick in The Silent Robinct Master and Russell in Love Hermit. Details show cast, titles, and screen dates for the Warwick and Russell productions.

Priday Warwick Court Simon Robert Warwick Willian Russell

Bachelor Suits and Boys Wear at Special Prices

Advertising at 316.50 to 20.00 for Bachelor Suits in Fancy Worsteds and Navy Series. Hand tailored with guarantees. Boys suits in gray brown navy with special prices 5.76, 6.75 and 1.50. Sweaters tweed coats and rain coats in navy red browns with seasonal specials and large boys sweater coats in sizes 28 to 34. Yard goods at 28 per yard in navy and browns.

Auction Notice For Household Goods Sale At Henderson Residence

The sale is set for Saturday July 70 at two o clock at the residence of Dr Henderson located on Bower and Elm streets Oak. Item list includes a four piece bed room suite a baby carriage a white enameled crib and sides four kitchen chairs a high chair a parlor lamp a shanging lamp a waiting leaf table a combination desk and cupboard an upholstered parlor settee verandah chairs and other small items. Terms cash auctioneer H M Milligan.

Mt. Henderson Bower Elm Streets Hanil H. M. Milligan

Red Cross Thanksgiving Event At Oakville

The Ninth Mississauge Honor of Banielaro Varme hosts a Thanksgiving Military Tournament and Home Show at Oakville on Thanksgiving Day. The Oakville Red Cross Auxiliary organizes at Ley Col. Hogbert Cox residence on Lake Shory Road. Two groups perform and all expenses are covered. Admissions funds go to the Red Cross Fund.

Red Cross Oakville Mississauge Hono Banieclaro Varme Ley Col. Hogbert Cox Lake Shory Road Hed Cross Auxiliary Nnisclare Herbert C. Cox Lake Shore Road Red Crow

Fragmentary Classified Ad Fragments from Local Paper

Readable bits show adverts mentioning schools factories and events with scattered names and places. The text is garbled containing partial references to institutions and a few numbers but lacks complete context or clear actions.

The Immortal Cry of Canada at Ypres Food Pledge Call

A wartime appeal urges Canadian women to join war service by signing a Food Service Pledge. It frames the Ypres defense and battles from 1915 as a call to sacrifice, replacing white bread beef and bacon with other foods and preventing household waste. The appeal cites sacrifices at Ypres Festubert Givenchy Vimy Verdun and the Somme and promotes a window card emblem for dedication.

Ypres Festubert Givenchy Vimy Ridge Lens Somme Verdun Canada Food Service

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