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Margaret Hanna dies at 90 years The Acton Free Pros Wednesday March I ALTHOUGH THERE HAS BEEN no official sanction from postal authorities for the Department of Public Works to go ahead with the extra windows requested by the Township or Village Trustees a revised version of the Rock yaw A Comins and Goins wood Post Office is shown here as prepared by the Department s architect The revamping Is expected to be on early spring schedule following completion of the build Interior Quietly as she had lived her years one of older ladles slipped into the Great Beyond on Wednesday morning March Bom to John Scott Wilson and Ellen MiKenzle Margaret spent her life span in the area Leaving school she trained as a seamstress in the days when she went From home to home sewing for all the family and it was an art she carried on In spare time for many years Today there are many homes here her delicate and charming needlework form a part of the adornment In Margaret Wilson married Thomas George Hanna who preceded her in and the only child of the union la left to mourn the loss of loving parents Mrs was a quiet home- loving woman always ready to help a neighbor or friend if need arose For many years she was most active In Women Institute work and was the groups treasurer During world war one she one of the most ardent workers knitting hundreds of garments and sewing for the troops as well as being treasurer of the local Red Cross group and in charge of ordering supplies Less active because of health conditions she carried a lesser burden during the second world war but her fingers and knitting needles were always busy The Sunday School was her concern Having been treasurer and in charge of ordering supplies in the Presbyterian Church she carried on into the United Church of Canada and resigned as treasurer only at the close of 1971 As long as health permitted she never missed the Sunday morning services and It was her regret when her health no longer permitted her to go The last years of the life of this unassuming lady were spent quietly in the home she had loved since a child and time passed peacefully as she meditated reminisced and continued to do beautiful needlework until she was finally stricken and God called her home Contributed t was Cub and Scout nightout it Sunday when and scouts crammed into five cars driven by leaders of the Rock wood troops to attend the Ice at the Kitchener arena Leaving the village at m they arrived back at about after a terrific outing and a tremendous thanks to cub leaders Vic Johnston Charlie Barnes and Mavis Johnston who were In charge of the venture as well as Scout master David Herman ill now Lets put out the welcome sign to three Rockwood newcomers who arrived in the village last December and think Its the greatest Mr and Mrs Ferguson Daniel and Lesley came to Rockwood with their year old son Robert from and are already acclimatizing to village Interests They live Just the limits beside the end new friends and neighbors wish them luck on their arrival here and hope they will find all the hospitality they require to make them stay Hey kids It soon be Softball time again and the Minor Softball League will be hitting the road with registrations set for March lBth with School at 10 to 12 and Centennial School at All boys from to and girls from to years of age are Invited to sign up Bring your birth certificate If you have one or get a form and send for yours right away Remember the date kids and make this summer ball Rockwood villagers pleased at the progress of one of their favourite automobile ac cident recovery celebrants Jean Meadows after her terrible November 8th brush with death is now getting along beautifully and as her friends say up for lost time Doctors removed her top of head to thigh cast last March and she was absolutely delighted Like walking In air she reportedly said and for a while felt a little light headed Nice going Jean with your determination we know you 11 be completely mended really soon Cant say we like to see holidays finish for our friends but last Tuesday upholstery class held weekly at the Rockwood Academy had two friendly faces back In midst with Joy Lord and her mother Pete back from the south country Joy contagious laughter again brightens up the classes and everyone was glad to see them back Sydney Strong home again after her Australia trip with Dick was also expected to be back at the class routine again but belter luck next week and we hear their trip was a wonderful one Welcome home folks Limehouse 4H WMS meetings held Golden wedding couple are feted A surprise birthday bash was held at the home of Ian on Sunday when his mother Frances Wcyman formerly of but presently living In visited the village for what she thought was a family visit Forty five friends from Milton Acton and Rockwood gradually filtered Into the Quarry home starting from 1 and the old house literally budged with activity and merriment Mrs Weyman was thrilled and flustered but delighted and organization for the event has been credited to Mark Moran Ian slater Wendy Jennifer Barf and Ian himself It was d for the banquet feast with a gorgeous birthday cake baked by Wendy hidden securely the bed and flowers stashed in cupboards to avoid discovery so that mother Fran t suspect until the proper time All the gifts had been purchased with a mind toward her springtime tr p to Spain so that traveller a needs were all part of the surprise absolute As people trickled in children took to the hills for while others traversed the Valley Road The casual dropIn party extended on until with chatting reviving old friendships all to the birthday lady s delight So it s Happy Birthday Mrs Weyman from friends who didn t make it and we know that the warmth and hospitality you shared with your family were the necessary returns for your day Hey Pal Get your tickets purchased for the great hoopla dunce at the Rockwood Town Hall when the Ratepayer Association will hold Its first dance with John Singular and his orchestra the spectacular music while door spot and all sorts of will be part of the fun The date of Saturday April l is the one to remember and the Ratepayers say The more the merrier By Mrs Art Benton The Good held their fourth meeting at the home of their leader Mrs Anderson on Saturday After repeating the pledge they answered the roll call How am I trying to Improve my pasture They worked on their skit and covers and had a manicure They enjoyed refresh afterwards Meeting The MS met at the home of Mrs A Benton on Wednesday evening with the vicepresident Mrs in the chair and seven members presa Roll call a favourite verse scripture and a current event was heard from each Mrs Sanford led In prayer Mrs Bert Benton read an Easter interspersed with verses of scripture read by each lady present Mrs Leferlnk read a poem Did You written by herself Mrs played Tell Me the Old Old Story with variations as a piano solo The meeting was closed with Mlzpah Benediction A social hour followed Mr David has been vacationing at home recently from Toronto where he works for the CRT Lines on Lions By BID Coon Acton Lions and friends enjoyed a most successful dance at the legion hall February Thanks go to Lions Ray All and Elmer for hosting this event The Lions made recent donations to the Acton Minor Hockey Association North Halton Music Festival and the Lions Farm Home for the Deaf near Milton as part of their regular activities Deepest sympathy of all Lions is extended to Lion and the family of the late Herman Freuler Great doings are scheduled for the arena May when the Lions have arranged to have TV and stage star Harry Hlbbs and the Shrimp Cocktail to play for their Spring dance Get your bib and tucker ironed Lion Don and his convention committee are working their project for the national convention to be in Kitchener at the end of May That it for now folks The Sunshine Club met in the Town Hall March at The president Mr Williams was in the chair The meeting opened with the Ode followed by group singsongs A very enjoyable program was enjoyed and put on by members of the club Mr Tom McCutcheon sang an old favorite one of Harry Lauder songs wearing his Scottish cap and carrying a Mrs Max Milne gave a humorous reading on Grand mother day which proved how times have changed since Grannie day Mrs Bob Wright and Mrs William McLean sang When Irish Eyes Arc Smiling They were dressed in Irish costumes The president called on Bill and Laura Early to come forward Mrs Max Milne read the following poem that she had written Dear members On March 1922 do Joining you two husband and wife To share in the Joys and sorrows of life For richer or poorer in sickness and health Your marriage has yielded up a wonderful wealth Of memories to treasure and hopes to renew HAMILTON O D OPTOMETRIST Road Georgetown L0VELL BROS MEAT MARKET I LMn Shoulder Roast Mother to little girl Just remember when you talk to people in the future your mommy a telephone operator not a call girl Blade Short Rib Roast 95 J Choice Boneless J Prime Rib Roast Newcomer heads Stewing Beef group Sibij Ground Chuck At the organisational meeting I for the Rockwood Cub and Scout held last week anew committee chairman was lira Lesley Ferguson a goer to the village Is I to see a group committee of cub and scout and brownie and girl guide mothers fathers get going with a The group will function as an organised auxiliary strength behind the Leaders of the and it will be responsible for raising the I tomb re for equipment needs summer camping Jaunt costs supplying transportation for trips etc and generally minting in m the job of leadership more enjoyable First meeting Next Monday at the Rockwood Centennial School the first meeting for the energetic group will be held at when the parents of potential cubs scouts brownies and girl guides will hear about pulling together to make the to IS age years of their youngsters the most rewarding Small Link Sausage Mapta Leaf I lb Sliced Side Bacon 79 FREEZER Lean I Ground CHUCK lb Freezer Pack Don Rennie of the Canadian Scouting Association will be on hand to speak and give pointers on how to become involved in a worthwhile LOVELL BROS MODERN MEAT MARKET Mill E Acton Daily Delivery Phone All part of the promises that were made by you two With faith in each other and love as your guide For fifty long years you have walked side by side And a shining reminder of how much you care Lies in the little gold band that you wear Mrs Sheldon Trousdale presented the couple with a yellow mum with congratulations and best wishes from the club Both Bill and Laura thanked the members for their kindness Games enjoyed and were enjoyed by all The committee in charge was Mrs Rose Oakes and Mrs Dorothy Dean Max Milne had charge of the lone hands which were won by Bob Wright and Rose Dyer Lunch followed and was served by Mrs E Craig and her committee The next meeting will be in the evening at In the Hall March The Chorallers from Acton are putting on the program for the club and all are invited There will be a small charge of each Refresh ments will be served at the close the program Members ore to bring their membership cards and will be admitted for half price A TALENTED grade pupil of the Centennial Public recently won an educational award or her project submitted to the ABCs of Industry Her prize was for the student in the 11 and division and was based on her essay on Chocolates Lindsay Jones the daughter of Mr and Mrs John Jones of 3 has won several other awards for her art ability in her Erin Fall Fair entries and Is an outstanding student Photo by Lorraine A certain brewer sent a sample circumstances are beyond 1 of beer to a lab to be analyzed A Is our own few days lotLr he received a report from the he mi it Dear Sir Your horse has diabetes Don t you know there fine for throwing trash on the roadside Certainly but it keeps elephants away We don have elephants here 1 know Effective lsnt if A HOFFMAN Oil dpi I Telephone ONTARIO leiwetlql Georgetown oil No Highway Free Ice Skating Sat Sun Snowmobiiing Facilities ma track Snowmobile Rentals Lodge Facilities Open all Day Saturdays I Sundays Available for Telephone 6412 Bookings accidents During the week of March 5 to March 11 a total of 13 collisions occurred In the North Halton area patrolled by the Milton OPP Police report that two of the collisions involved personal injury Total estimated property damage was 1968 FAIRUNE 500 Door Hardtop FastbacK Finished In Rangoon Red w black vinyl Interior V automatic power steering radio whltewall tires and wheel covers Very very sharp Lie A VALUE 1969 FORD STATION WAGON Finished In lime gold with matching vinyl Interior this clean smooth operating Jealures power automatic radio and power tall gate Sold new by Trafalgar Motors to one owner Comes with balance of Ford power train warranty Lie A 1 VALUE 1966 VOLKSWAGEN Door A1 VALUE above average In 1965 FORD CUSTOM 500 A two tone silver grey finish 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