Halton records Seventh Victory Loan over objective in region
The Halton County district surpasses its Seventh Victory Loan target with 3 006 800 invested, 147 percent of the 2 350 000 objective. Georgetown District leads with 563 500 and a Halton plaque will be presented next Wednesday night at 8 in the Municipal Building. Oakville Milton and district also over subscribed, showing countywide strong support.
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Georgetown
Esques
Dng
Halton County
District
A. T. Weldon
Oakville
Milton
Victory
Canada
Charles Icam of Terra Cotta Dies at 87 in Canada
Terra Cotta’s oldest resident Charles Icam died last Sunday morning in his 88th year after a stroke at home. Born in England, he came to Canada at 14, lived in Terra Cotta and Georgetown, married Kate Bowler in England, and settled in Terra Cotta in 1003. Survived by his wife, five children Norman Leslie Edna Elsie Georgina, six grandchildren, and one great grandchild. Funeral from his residence with Rev J L Self. interment Glen Williams Cemetery. Pallbearers listed.
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Terra Ootta
Charles Icam
Mr. Icam
Joseph Icam
England
Canada
Georgetown
Terra Cotta
Kate Bowler
Icam
Lfe
Norman
Leslie
Edna
Walter Hayward
Quelph
Elsie
Harvey Puckering
Toronto
Georgina
Russell Kidd
Caledon
Scam
J. L. Self
Norval
Union
Glen Williams Cemetery
Josh McBride
Wesley Rutledge
Ben Young
Fred Lyons
Edward Townsend
George Whitney
Sergeant Emmerson Promoted in England with RCAF
Sgt James Emmerson in England with the Royal Canadian Air Force has been promoted to Flight Sergeant.
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James Emmerson
England
RCAF
Weather Notes Signal Early Snow Melt Risk
After a mild autumn a week of leaden skies brought snow to depth three inches by night. With no ground frost, melting may reveal bare earth again. The column advises readers to feed scratch grain to chickens, promising family pleasure through winter.
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EL. L. Hutt
Akles
Knox Presbyterian Bazaar by Verdun Rebekah Lodge a Success
The Knox Presbyterian Church basement bazaar hosted by the Verdun Rebekah Lodge No. 184 drew strong crowds Friday afternoon and evening. Mrs Florence Young opened proceedings after greetings from Mrs Harold Cleave, with booths selling pink and green themed crafts, home baking, fish pond, toys, and a tea room busy with patrons. Local talent included Miss Marion Hildon, Miss Mary Moyer, Miss June Clarke, Mr Kenneth Harrison, and Mlle Mollie Hepburn. A hunting party of seven men returned from Huntsville after ten days with one buck and two foxes.
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Knox Presbterian Church
Noble Grand’s Club
Verdun Rebekah Lodge
No. 184
Harold Cleave
Florence Young
Centre District No. 23
Toronto
God Save the King
Marion Hildon
Mary Moyer
Georgetown
June Clarke
Kenneth Harrison
Mollie Hepburn
Neighbours Honour Mr and Mrs Eric Leslie on Wedding Day
Ninety friends and neighbours gathered at the home of Mr and Mrs G Co Bishop on Friday November 17 to honour Mr and Mrs Eric Leslie. A program featured Rev J L Self Mildred Eason Carson Watson Jo Lyons and gifts included a gate-legged sofa and studio couch. The note wished the couple happiness and a long life together as many praised Frances and Eric for their cheerful dispositions and helpful natures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. Co. Bishop
Eric Les- Dear Francis
Eric
J. L. Self
Norval
Mildred Eason
Carson Watson
Jo Lyons
Messrs
Clifford Cook
Hartley Cameron
Lessie
Misa Merle Hostranser
Ernie Armstrong
Francis
Hfe
Shakespeare
Frances
Indies
Council Plans Snow Removal for Georgetown Streets
Weabers OY Town Council met in special session to discuss winter snow clearing with action expected at the December meeting. A street light on Arletta St was requested and will be considered when all council members are present. The next meeting is set for Wednesday November 22 to review the interim statement and finalize election arrangements if needed.
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Weabers OY
Georgetown
Arletta St
Lion Carpenter
Cooksville
Lions Dale
Carpenter
Brill
Licata
Benham
Guelph Lions Club
Misener
Bell Telephone Co
Lions Carpenter
McGilvray
McClure
Lions Christmas Tree Lion Ab Tost
Mission Circle Holds November Meeting at Miss Snow's Home
The November gathering of the Mission Circle occurred Friday evening at Miss Lydia Snow's home. The service was led by the president with Miss Betty MacCaskill and Mrs. N. Sinclair assisting.
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Mission Circle
Lydia Snow
Betty MacCaskill
N. Sinclair
Norris McKechnie
Betty Ridler
Willard
Toronto
John Snow
LODE Adopts Ship Crew Gifts and Local Aid Drive
Christmas parcels for the crew of the adopted mine sweeper were dispatched containing chocolates cigarettes pocket editions thermos bottles playing cards and games. The chapter voted funds for Christmas gifts for the adopted Northern school plus warm clothing and a bale of clothing. Donations included 5 to the Poppy Fund and 25 to the blanket fund for bomb victims.
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W. G. O. Thompson
Walter Biehn
1.C.C.E
S. Mackenzie
C. Willson
Marjory Gault
New Members Join Georgetown Lions Club
Five new members were initiated at a Georgetown Lions Club dinner in the McGibbon House. Guests included Mayor Harold Cleave and Lions Vic Diggins Jack Armstrong Eric Colvin and others. Plans discussed for a memorial park on Water Street and a Christmas tree fundraiser to benefit local children.
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Georgetown
Lions’ Club
McGibbon House
Lion Harold McClure
Walter Carpenter
GU. W. McLintock
W. F. Bradley
Jas. Ballantine
Walter Biehn
Lion
LeRoy Dale
Vic Diggins
Harold Cleave
Charlie Willson
Jack Armstrong
Eric Colvin
Mrs. T. O. Dolson Speaks To Norval Juniors
The Norval Junior Institute and Junior Farmers held a joint meeting at the Bird home on Nov. 14 with Marion Hunter leading the institute due to the president's illness. Guests and speakers included Mrs. T. O. Dolson and John Pawly for farm management and Canadian authors.
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Norval Junior Institute and
Elsie
John Bird
Marion Hunter
Charlotte McCullough
Marion Currie
Betty Ruddell
Institute
Guelph
Robson
Ismey Kean
C. B. Dick
Lloyd Douglas
Maso de la Roche
G. Graham
Farmera
John Pawly
T. O. Dolson
Victory Loan Report Highlights Record District Subscriptions
The Georgetown and District Victory Loan Committee announces final district figures: E 386 400, E-1 177 100, total 663 500, with Halton County contributing a record 3 006 800 per capita. Officials praise canvassers, subscribers, and volunteers for the campaign’s success.
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Georgetown
Birs
Dominion of Canada
Halton
Canada
Georgetown Board of Trade pre nomination survey hints at mayoral race
The Georgetown Board of Trade meeting outlined winter programs and a hockey trophy plan. Indications point to a two man mayoral contest in December with veteran figures Mayor Harold Cleave and ex mayor Joseph Gibbons among hopefuls for mayor, Ward 1 and Ward 2 races also shaping up with several incumbents running again.
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Georgetown Board of Trade
Georgetown
District
Walt Richardson
Georgestown
Harold Cleave
Cleave
Joseph C.ibbons
Gibbons
Garfield McGilvray
Bill Thompson
Jack Armstrong
Bradley
Dr. Bradley
W. Orr
Thomas L Lyong
Georgetown Welcomes Pte Rocky Lorusso Home From Overseas
Pte Rocky Lorusso arrives back in Georgetown after European service with the Lorne Scots. He fought in France after training in England and was invalided to England. He leaves behind wife Mary Wright in Scotland and plans to report to Toronto for Christie Street Hospital treatment after a thirty day furlough. An older brother serves with Canadian forces in Italy.
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Georgetown
Mary Wright
Glasgow
Scotland
Lorusso
ATS
Hfe
Herald
England
Toronto
Christie Street
France
Spr
Pranko Lorusso
Italy
Card of Thanks for Armistice Day bouquet
Mr and Mrs I Milar of Lakeview thank Alliance Paper Mills Ltd and Employees for the bouquet of roses received on Armistice Day in remembrance of their son Victor.
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I. Milar
Lakeview
Alliance Paper Mills, Ltd
Victor
Presentations in Honour of Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Mino
A social evening at the Limehouse home of Mr. and Mrs. William Mitchel on November 16 honoured newly married Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Mino. Residents heard addresses from Rev. C. C. Cochran, H. Price, K. C. Lindsay, and A. Benton. The speakers welcomed Mrs. Mino and praised Mr. Mino, pledging friendly support from the community. The gathering closed with God Save the King and a luncheon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Andrew Mino
William Mitchel
Limehouse
C. C. Cochrane
Messrs. H. Price
K. C. Lindsay
A. Benton
Mino
Andrew
Buffice
Mrs. Mino
John N. Newton
T. H. Price
A. W. Benton
God Save the King
Promotion for Bruce Harley to Lance Corporal
Notes report Bruce Harley promoted to Lance Corporal with Mediterranean HQ staff in Italy. His son was killed on the Western Front. The Roscoe family, former local residents, extend sympathy to the bereaved.
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Bruce Harley
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Art Scott
Ted Bludd
Andrew Young
Charlie Dyer
Hillsburgh
Hespeler
Huntsville
Eric Leslie
Ballinafad
Malcolm Brandford
Lance
L.O.D.E
Georgetown Lions Club
Memorial Park
Glover
Ontario Reformatory
Water Street
Norval Juniors
Munity
Ward Brownridge
To Victory Loan Committee
Board OF Trade News
Corporation of Georgetown
James A. Murray
School of Architecture
City Planning Board of Toronto
Board of Trade
Percy King
K. R. MacDonald
Thos. Eason, Jr
Art Speight
Renning
Sam Mackenzie
Rocky
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