Georgetown High School Commencement at Gregory Theatre
The Georgetown High School commencement was held at the Gregory Theatre with R B Fouils presiding. Diplomas and scholarships were awarded to top form students, including Mary Elizabeth Grant and Margot Williams, along with intermediate certificates and musical awards.
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Georgetown High School
Grégory Theatre
R B Fouils
D. D. Davidson
Jean Francis Allingham
Margaret Bartlett
Delmer Startey Beaumont
William Joseph Cummins
Mac Winnifred Deans
Marjorie Bernice Harris
Olive MacDonald
Jocelyn Alfreda McCartney
Verna Clare McLintock
Olive Joy Ruddell
William Douglas Sargent
Susie Joanna Shortill
Helen Eee Oe Williams
James Francis
W. G. O. Thompson
George Ferry
Annie M. Graham
Vivienne B. Guyot
Jean M . McClure
Wiliam Milliere
Agnes
Helen Williams
Mone Waller
T. Evans
Mary Cummins
Joan Hale
Betty Paul
James Ruddell
Roy Peck
Hanon
Georgetown
Ee SS Ee
F. W. Taylor
Betty Speight
James Ballantine
Ballantine
J. Kelly
R. Early
R. Peck
M. A. Arnold
Qms. Cook
J. Bowman
L. Beaumont
E. Dolson
Sybyl Ann- Hoeman
Frita deVries
H J. Heldmann
D. Early
W. Clark
D. Sargem
J. Ruddell
The Littles The smallest effort is not lost
A compact feature examines how even minor actions by the Littles family ripple through daily life. The piece highlights everyday resilience, small acts of care, and the quiet influence of ordinary people in a community setting.
United Church WMLS Elects Officers for 1941
The United Church Woman's Missionary Society held its December meeting on Tuesday December 3 in the Sunday School room. A Christmas program featured Nativity lantern slides. Elected officers for 1941 include Past President Mrs H L Hutt President Mrs F O Overend Vice President Mrs A M Nielsen Recording Secretary Mrs H Clarke Corresponding Secretary Mrs A R Vannatter Treasurer Mrs W Deans and department secretaries including Mrs J.
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United Arch Woman's Missionary S&ociety
Christ
H. L. Hutt
F. O. Overend
A. M. Nielsen
H. Clarke
A. R. Vannatter
W. Deans
Cule
Obituary: Robert Price of Mergeing Township Dies at 84
Robert Price lifelong Mergeing Township resident dies after a lingering illness. Born Silvercreek he was the eldest son of John Price and Mary Switzer. Survived by wife Mary Ann Harding two children Harding McAechern and Henry predeceased him. Funeral held Monday with interment in Greenwood Cemetery.George wa. Pallbearers named Cole Herb Cook Sam Jines James Wilson Frank Swackhammer.
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Mergeing
Robert Price
Price
Silvercreek
John Price
Mary Switzer
John Harding
James Brooks
Albion Johns
Victoria
John
Simcoe
James
Hornby
Joseph
Mary Ann Harding
Henry
Harding
Esquesing Township
Angus McEaechern
Acton
H. L Bennie
Rone
Greenwood Cemetery
Geonrewa
Cole
Herb Cook
Sam Jines
James Wilson
Frank Swackhammer
Buy War Savings Stamps and Certificates
Public appeal urges savings to finance the war effort with War Savings Stamps and Certificates. Citizens are encouraged to purchase these securities to support the fight against Hitler and support national defense.
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Hitler
Christmas Gift Rush In Local Herald Promotes Home Stores
Issue One highlights special Christmas gifts from town merchants offering value before price rises. Shoppers are urged to read ads, pick easy, bargain-filled options, and keep dollars in the district by buying at home this season. Next week promises more gift solutions.
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Heralds
Tack
Christmas Meeting of Georgetown Branch Women’s Institute
The Georgetown Branch of the Women’s Institute met at Mrs. George Campbell’s home on December 4 with Mrs. Ce as president in Mrs. Wylie’s absence. The afternoon featured life membership pins for C Hayes D Livingstone and M Near, a 25 cent gift contest won by Mrs. McClure and Mrs. Kottmetz, a talk on Music Appreciation by R Paul, a piano solo by Miss King, and Christmas singing.
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Georgetown
Women's Institute
George Campbell
Wylie
C. Hayes
D. Livingstone
M. Near
Institute
McClure
Kottmetz
R. Paul
Trail Rangers Elect Leaders and Rally for County Vote
The Trail Rangers met in the United Church Sunday School room led by Stuart Maclaren with twenty two members. They elected officers and celebrated with lunch. A county candidate poll for the Boys Parliament in Hamilton drew two contenders, Wm J Adamson and Donald S McNabb. local voting showed McNabb ahead, but broader riding results favored Adamson by four. Members expect a visit from the local member soon.
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Trail Rangers
United Church
Stuart Maclaren
Doei Duce
Hamilton
Wm. J. Adamson
Oakville
Donald S. McNabb
Milton
Donald McNabb
Adamson
McNabb
Georgetown
Fire siren installation aids Georgetown fire control
The town completed a new fire siren system last week linked to the Bell Telephone Company. A hook-up in the Main Street telephone office triggers the siren at the town hall when a fire call is received. The arrangement reduces delays and credits Mr. Misner, district manager, and the company for their cooperation.
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Bell Telephone Company
Main Street
Misner
Coop Ring
Georgetown
Norval Rifle Club weekly scores show improved turnout
Bad road conditions reduced turnout on Monday December 2 with only three members R W Hall A B Robertson and W Lisk all scoring 99. December 9 saw 14 members compete with scores led by M Atkinson 100 x10 H Nurse 100 x7 A W Wilson 100 x7 and multiple 99s and 98s including Robertson Hall Caves Cantelon Hustler Lisk and Griffin.
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R. W. Hall
A. B. Robertson
W. Lisk
M. Atkinson
H. Nurse
A. W. Wilson
C. Meredith
Lorne Scots to Inspect and Parade in Georgetown Armories
The Lorne Scots C Company will be inspected by the District Officer Commanding on Tuesday December 17. Ranks parade at Georgetown Armouries at 7 30 p m for movement to Acton by transport. Regimental Brass Band to parade at Acton Arena at 8 00 p m. Public invited.
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Lorne Scots
Coke
Acton
Education Becomes Important in Canadian Army Life
Canadian Legion War Services expands education in the force with regimental education officers in each battalion. The program, approved by National Defence, assigns officers to organize study one hour daily, coordinating with Legion advisers to improve morale and postwar civilian readiness. The plan mirrors England's setup and includes refresher courses for RCAF personnel and naval education efforts.
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Ae Canadian Legion War Services
Department of National Defence
Dominion
Legion
Canada
H. D. G. Crerar
General Staff
Ottawa
A. G. L McNaughton
Canadian Corps
United Kingdom
England
McNaughton
Canadian Legion War Srvices
Overseas Education Establishment
the Legion
A. E. Chatwin
M. C
Sask
Katchewan
NAVY
AIR Force
Canadian Legion War Services
Royal Canadian Air Force
Sreone Ete Serre Oren Eramy
Pertone
Ufe
Canadian Legion
Weather records fall as winter shocks reach midseason
The region endures a record breaking winter with two foot snow depths, sub zero temperatures, and an early January thaw. Moisture soaks into unfrozen ground and a dense snow blanket protects crops as local weekly records are reported.
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Yukon
Atlantic
Davison-KorZack Wedding at St Alban the Martyr
A refined ceremony was held Thursday evening at Church of St Alban the Martyr Glen Williams with Rev W G O Thompson officiating. Hexcine Adora daughter of Jack C ABF Camp Borden wore a white satin gown and carnations. Agnes McDonald served as bridesmaid in pink taffeta. Alec Davison, brother of the groom, acted as best man. Mrs Lloyd Davison played the organ and a reception followed at the bride’s parents home with guests in formal dress and corsages.
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W. G. O. Thompson
Alec
Lloyd Davison
Halton Garage Operators Elect Officers
The Ontario Garage Operators' Association Halton Branch held its annual officer election on Thursday December 5 with a year end party. J. L. McKindley served as Branch President as the group announced officers and celebrated a successful program and dance night.
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Ontario Garage Operators’ Association
Shi
J. L. McKindley
Association Officers Named in Burlington Report
The recent association notice lists President J. L. McKinchey of Burlington and Vice President A. O. Patterson with executive roles. Other named officers include F. P. Sinclair, George Streaswer, and Ed. Macklin, all of Burlington, with duties across the group.
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Association
J. L. McKinchey
Burlington
A. O. Patterson
FP. Sinclair
George Streaswer
Ed. Macklin
Burling
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Gregory Theatre
J. Telford Biehn
Sarnia Council
Biehn
University of Merronto Medical School
C. E. Biehn
Windsor
Herald
United Church W.mls
Shopping ‘Issue
OF Women’s Institute
Norval Rifle Club
P.D
H. Regt
CFRB
Jim Hunter
Ontario
L. Precipi- Temptation
Korzack
Halton
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