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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Apr 02, 1931
Page
6
Poetic verse praising bright daffodils as a symbol of spring and happiness. Mentions earth bare and leaves out, radiating joy, and a spiritual note of God’s love expressed through the flowers. Ends with imagery of daffodils gleaming and blooming.
Household ideas present marine dishes with jellied fish molds and shrimp fillings, plus pickled and stuffed items. Recipes include gelatin seafood molds, peanut butter and pickle spread, pickle caper stuffing, and a banana whip dessert with lemon and raspberry flavors. The piece also includes a dated note about beauty tonics and a humorous animal anecdote.
A collection of household maxims and motivational snippets urges patience in youth, discourages rushing fortune, and promotes courage to act. It cites Franklin, Munsey, Rex Fernald, and Tony’s philosophy, stressing self reliance, cooperation, quality work, and kindness as keys to lasting success.
A rustic dialogue centers on money lending, jail, and reputation as a mother teaches children about tobacco and kissing. A sweet girl questions propriety while adults discuss manners, scent of kisses, and what is proper for daughters and wives.
An old man seeks medical care for a sprained ankle after two weeks of pain. The doctor notes the ankle is broken and questions how he managed to move. The patient explains his wife forbids smoking in the house, delaying treatment.
Sufferers urged to try Magnesia powder or tablets to relieve gas pressure around the heart from indigestion. The ad promises quick neutralization of acid, relief from pain, and a strong digestion, with money back if not satisfied.
Ontario advertises bungalow camps along the Pacific Railway line offering rustic yet civilized getaways. Camps at French River Nipigon and Devil's Gap Kenora lure anglers with muskellunge northern pike trout and lake whitefish. Packages include dining recreation halls and guides with access to forests rivers and backcountry fishing.
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