29 Jan 1930
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Newspaper
Ontario Georgetown Herald
Location
Georgetown, Ontario, Canada
Date
Jan 29, 1930
Page
1
A veteran account recalls Halton Camp 1914 with praise for Padre and discipline, details a rare mutiny in the battalion, the struggle over coffee and rations, and a negotiated peaceful settlement offering possible future improvements. The narrative highlights the regiment’s strength, diverse origins, and the memorable human costs of administrative toil.
The article recalls Halton rifles and pre war camps, noting 1814 defenses and 1914 memories. It mentions Col Jas Ballantine, DS.O. VD, and the 4th Battalion OEP, with remarks on officers’ mess and the impact of camp life on ranks and morale as tensions rose.
Walter Harland Smith of Oakville died in Belleville hospital after injuries from a collision on the Tay road. Alex McAuley of Bolton and his wife suffered severe injuries in a separate crash, with both taken home after treatment. A drowning incident on the Speed River follows a hill plunge. Caterpillars appear atop deep snow in Orillia signaling possible early spring. George A. Mark, ex Parkhill school official, convicted of $570.70 school fund theft and given an indeterminate sentence. Oakville Yacht Building Co announces a new yacht. Irwin Merkley’s barn fire destroys outbuildings, injuring Mrs Merkley and burning animals and supplies. Insurance covered barn and contents.
The piece laments that many organizations under church and school sponsorship lack understanding of depleting resources. It argues for building reserves and emphasizes external aid and modernization, warning against neglecting local welfare values and the home front.
John McFee longtime Erin Township resident died at his home on lot 32 concession 9 Tuesday of last week in his 98th year. The text notes mortgage sale actions in Erin Township and mentions local residents W P Gray auctioneer and Herbert Taylor as a buyer, with further local family references and a note on Catherine Cowan dying January 20 after 45 years on the family farm.
At the Milton Business Men's Association annual meeting last week officers were chosen for the year ahead: President R. Fasken first vice president Art Wales second vice president BM E Nixon third vice president R. M. McDuffe secretary Howard B. Oar and treasurer M. F. Pan. The text mentions associated travels and other local society notes.
The Barran family of Acton announces the engagement of Audrey Barran to Clarence Babcock of West Toronto. The marriage is slated for February 15 at St. Martins Church, West Toronto. News from Slater mentions Jane Brown, widow of Charles Brown, of that place. Services in Acton drew attendees from multiple churches as Pastor AO Stewart concludes over eight years here.
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