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Newspaper
Ontario Georgetown Herald
Location
Georgetown, Ontario, Canada
Date
Jul 22, 1925
Page
2
An old city notice advertises W. H. Willson as undertaker and licensed embalmer in Georgetown. It lists contact details with day and night availability and references horse drawn carriages or autos for service.
Note: multiple fragmented notices from Georgetown dated July 1925 report births and deaths. Violet McGuigan, beloved wife of Ernest Roy McGill, aged 22 years eight months, is listed among obituaries. Other entries mention a son born to Mr and Mrs J D Ketly and a marriage at Steee-Mutex in South Bartonville with Mabel Geetrude listed as daughter of Mr and Mrs L L Miller.
Mrs. Violet McGuigan McGill died after a brief illness at home. She was 28 and survived by her husband Ernest Roy McGill, an infant son, her mother and two sisters. Funeral services were held at Greenwood Cemetery with Rev. Kenneth McLeod officiating and a large attendance. Pallbearers included Arthur McQuigan Wim Morley Percy Blackbure Bob McMenemy Alexander Norton Herb Scott.
Milton constable Chief Chapman aided by E Merret C Maude and Jack Cooper chased and captured Phillip Forbes of Nassagaweya Township after a dramatic pursuit to Mount Nemo. Forbes, famed bootlegger wanted for liquor sales, offered violent boasts but was seized and jailed in Malton County. He faced a $1000 fine and six months in jail with additional six months if unpaid. Forbes claimed large wealth and planned a Windsor move for his family.
Brampton bowlers won all three rinks in a friendly at Georgetown defeating the home team by four shots. Georgetown ladies lost to Milton at Milton by a small margin. Upcoming United Church events include a General Council executive meeting slated for August 5 and the Toronto Presbytery gathering on July 28 at St James Square Church with talks on Rev H M Pearson’s call and church reorganization plans.
At Hamilton on July 15, the Grand Lodge of Canada A F and A M elected district deputy grand masters for Wellington and other districts. John A Row Hand of Toronto was chosen Grand Master with John S Martin Simcoe as Deputy Grand Master and W M Logan Hamilton as Grand Secretary. The address denied any link to the Klan.
Terra Cotta Methodist Church held a garden party on Hugh Logan’s lawn that raised over 135 dollars. Douglan served as chair, and Mr and Mrs Murphy and family of Toronto visited Bungay. Wheat harvest continues as Mrs John Stokes marks a district birthday. A visiting minister leads services next Sunday during Rev Douglas’s vacation.
The village mourns Mrs. John Graham with extended sympathy to her family. Visitors include Miss Kathleen Duncan in Toronto and Miss Emma Beaumont and Mrs F Kay from Sutton. The July 18 union picnic at Eldorado Park drew many residents with transport by motor trucks. Road graveling improves the village street. Softball teams remain undefeated through 14 games, 220 runs for and 63 against. Misse Claridge offer summer hats at low prices.
The Public School Board met in the board room at 8 p.m. on July 16 with members Rich ton, Evans, McNally, Harrison, Kentner and Mackenzie present. They approved road expenses for hydro, electric and lighting totaling 667. J. R. Waldie sought the principalship. testimonials were read and his application was accepted at 1500 per year starting Sept 1. The secretary was instructed to notify the Council that the board would require three thousand dollars for the current year. The meeting adjourned.
Palermo celebrated the activation of its new electric street lighting with an inauguration that featured a concert and dance in the assembly hall. The program included a bright comedy with Bronte cast members Isobel McDonald and Margaret Roberts, and Oakville’s Wilma Stirling on solos. George Hillimer MP performed a short address as Mrs. Herbert Inglehart led the event.
Rev. H Caldwell will preach on "An Abundance Entrance" at Sunday morning service. Rev. Dr. Dickie will address "How can I rid myself of fear" at United Church Sunday evening July 26.
We thank our many friends and neighbors for kindness and sympathy shown after the death of our beloved daughter and sister Mis E R McGill. Mother and Sisters.
Uho vot scores from the two ball mixed foursome on Thursday list pairs and scores from Ford Shorey Cole Willoughby McKay Wemyas Hodgson Thompson and others with several 40s and 50s. The men's July Medal Contest is scheduled for July 23 24 and 26 with rules posted at the Club House. A Kilton Club team defeated Islington 14 to 8 at Islington and guests were entertained to lunch after. A Ton Golf and Country Club team will play at Kitchener tomorrow.
Georgetown girls extended their winning streak to nine with a 164 to 4 victory over Rockwood. The team batted well and fielded flawlessly contributing to the decisive win on Friday.
Georgetown journeyed to Fergus last Saturday to face their hosts with Captain Dewhurst winning the toss and kicking with the sun behind. Despite being short two regulars Simeon and Creelman filled the gaps as opposing defenses held firm. Creelman at centre half stood out with a splendid display while forwards Lamb and Macintosh pressured the keeper but the defense held, ending in a goalless draw.
I sincerely thank friends and neighbors for kindness and sympathy shown during my bereavement following the death of my wife. Grateful for the beautiful floral tributes from E. R. McGill.
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