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Newspaper
Ontario Georgetown Herald
Location
Georgetown, Ontario, Canada
Date
Jun 10, 1931
Page
2
Donald Stewart Robertson of Milton Ontario died suddenly in Calgary on June 6 at age 60. He was the husband of Katherine Dewar and a beloved family man.
The death of Donald S. Robertson in Calgary removes a long time Milton resident and Liberal supporter of Knox Presbyterian Church. An avid curler bowler and golfer he leaves a widow six sons and two daughters and siblings in Chicago Toronto and Winnipeg.
National Trust Company Limited applies for probate of the will of Thomas J. Clark of Georgetown. Estate valued at 71 175.34 with stocks totaling 226 473 60 including Ralph Clark Stone Limited preferred shares and life insurance. Widow L Cirkin receives income from the estate.
The Canadian Baptist reports a Walmer Road Church gathering honoring R D Warren on his retirement as chair of the diaconate. After a defense supper, Dr John McNeill and Dr Frank sent regrets, with Rev Dr Bingham Merrill and J N Shenstone praising Warren's character and service to the church and denomination. Mrs Warren was also thanked and held in high esteem.
The district annual meeting at the Arena Georgetown Friday June Sth drew 125 delegates. Mrs Cartwright District President opened with an address and financial report as local branches shared reports on relief work and a strong year. Officer roles were filled: Past President Mrs Cartwright Mt Union President Mrs Geo Campbell Georgetown 1st Vice President Mrs Pord Omagh 2nd Vice President Mrs Gowdy Lime Sec Treas Mrs Merry Hornby.
Church Army visitors led by the Rev. Prebendary Carlile will attend services in Georgetown Saturday Sunday and Monday. One star on the Church Army uniform marks seven years, indicating the veteran service nearing fifty years. The newspaper notes a 16 page church supplement and recalls founder Prebendary Wilson Carille.
Costs recorded for June proceedings include payments to H Marchment W.W. and foundry workers such as Geo foundry 3.00 and Wm Stokes 1.50, with amounts for Roy Shepherd 9.45 and C Sargent 1.50, among others. The full list appears incomplete, missing some entries from the Marchment W.W. report.
Oakville opened with one run in the first half but Georgetown answered strongly as Carter allowed little danger. McNally homered and Hillmers had key hits including a two RBI triple to deep center as Georgetown won 9 to 7. Batteries: Georgetown McNally Ward Hillmers Carter Hopkins Ramsay.
The Women’s Auxiliary of St Paul’s Norval met in the Parish Hall on June 4. Members donated items and quilts made during the year. They decided to hold a bazaar on the first Friday in November to raise funds.
Mr and Mrs J Leslie visit Mr and Mrs FP Thompson in Glenwilliams while Leslie Ridler and family spend Sunday with Ridler relatives and J D Hough of Rochester and Archie Arnott of Buffalo with Geo Ridler Jr of Detroit joining the gathering.
June 8 190s council session includes review of prior minutes and attendance of Rev Wilson Mullin and Appelbe. Noted expenditures include Bell Telephone 381-33 postage and dog tags. Road work payment of 2255.11 approved. treasurer Wilson and Road Commissioner Gaddia named in motion.
United Church led Sunday services as local census taker W Brennan completed rounds. Visitors include Mrs Fr Merrit and Kathleen of Brampton. Armenian visitors impressed Georgetown Glen community. Maud Thornton linked to Churchill and Glen Williams United churches. Glen Girl Guides paraded to St Alban’s Church on June 7 with Mr Beaumont departing for England on June 12.
Mt. Pelasant Church hosts a garden party on church grounds Third Line West Chingua along No 7 Provincial Highway Monday June 22 at 8 pm. Pro solos and other musical numbers by humorous entertainer David P Savage. Event seats 1000 under cover hydro lighting refreshments 3s 6d and 2s. Susannah Decker of Arkell noted for oldest resident birthday in Wellogton County.
Georgetown plans August 12 1931 event under the Black Knights banner in the Park. Organizers expect between six and seven thousand attendees with a full program and preparations underway. Join the large gathering in Georgetown on August 12.
A young motorist sideswiped Miss Simpkins car on the street opposite her home in Terra Cotta. Both vehicles suffered damage and the motorist’s car overturned. he narrowly escaped serious injury. Mrs Simpkins and others have relocated within Riverview Ave. Local quarry work is brisk and Dr. McAndrew ships bricks from the plant.
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