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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Aug 02, 1928
Page
7
A bright moment unfolds as a poet and artist converse in a surreal setting. Voices call for victory and harmony while a boy and wise men linger on a single word. From starry rays, An i writes the one word poem LOVE.
The tale centers on Deacon Lysander Ayne who questions a frail horse owned by Kellup after a frank, rough inspection. Caleb Pensler recalls El March a sour, ugly man whose neglect contrasts with a neighborly aid for Jakey and his wife, showing harsh judgments broken by acts of mercy.
Mrs Spicer recalls a family vase bought long ago in Tompkinsville. She and Jim passed it through many kin as keepsakes until it was smashed, a loss that brings her to tears as the piece moved through birthdays and weddings. Miss Ann consoles her over the damaged heirloom.
A father counsels his son Johnnie against quitting a harmful habit. He argues defeat is a mindset not fate, cites Samson and biblical teaching, and urges persistent effort, belief in success, and resisting moral surrender. The exchange emphasizes refusing to accept failure without trying.
A reflective critique on modern comforts and the true luxuries of spirit and art. The piece argues mass wealth tempts dependence while suggesting resilience and human affection as lasting riches. An abrupt courtroom exchange ends the fragment with a confrontational alimony scene.
Toronto letters recount a broad probe into Ontario liquor trade practices. The piece cites seizures at two export warehouses, court actions, and alleged record falsifications to conceal tax payments. It notes widespread breach by Ontario brewers and calls for widened inquiry into export sales and bootlegging amid tensions with authorities.
A collection of quotations on wisdom, common sense, and virtue from Lee Parrar Emerton George Eliot and others. It discusses how knowledge without wisdom and method leads to folly while common sense and charity enable beneficence and virtue. The text urges active faithful work, thoughtful use of gifts, and mindful shaping of life through deeds and days.
A note from Bhaw secretary at 1130 Bay Street Toronto explains that summer term in each of Show's twelve schools continues in regular order from July 3rd with no forced vacations and an open entry for any day.
In keeping with long standing custom the town proclaims Monday August 6 1928 as a Civic Holiday and asks all citizens to observe it. The proclamation designates Acton as the host for the holiday observance.
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