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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Aug 04, 1927
Page
2
A reflective verse fragment memorializes steadfast truth and honest labor. It laments cynicism and urges Labor and love and virtue as imperishable, defending enduring character against fleeting popular sentiment. The piece attributes its lines to Ted Oluon and echoes moral steadfastness.
Residents report a flood of visits from Toronto and Georgia travelers while Georgetown sees dam trouble at Stewarttown. School boards ban ball games as Rev. Dickie returns to preaching. fire chief Earl attends a Quebec convention and townsfolk praise local brigade work amid recent fires.
Town Clerk Sykes is on holiday at Cedars Springs this week. Local social notes mention visits from Wm. Johnaton of Port Arthur and UC Johnaton, along with various community updates and incidents around town.
A late 1920s school scene follows Mr Hay correcting and coaxing students as Laura Ridley and George Darker confront demonstrations in a tense geometry lesson. Judge Wharton and Mr Hay push fairness while George earns a breakthrough, and the class confronts discipline and support in a memorable moment.
Acton defeated Crimpton 7 to 2 in a Friday baseball game. Acton won 1 to 0 in a Saturday football match. Acton Junior Vandall Club played Erin on Civic Holiday with Erin winning 9 to 6. An injury page notes Mr Mobert Scott suffered three broken ribs at an Incrome match in Gate. Frank Swackhamer bought a brick house on Young Street. Harry Russell bought a brick home on the same street. Acton contributed to a large turnout at Georgetown Athletic Fields Day. Georgetown beat Acton 8 to 10 in a basketball match. Frank McIntosh won the 100 and 220 yard dashes and the 100 yard run. Malcolm McRachern placed second in the half-mile. Marital notices include Love of Toronto to May of Acton. Fyfe of Acton to Mararet Kay. Creech of Brantford, formerly of Acton, aged 66.
The article discusses Jesus teachings from the Sermon on the Mount focusing on loving enemies and returning good for evil. It cites David sparing Saul as a model of mercy, questions practical application today, and offers weekly readings. It also promotes J D Kolloga asthma remedy and a general religious lesson tone.
A young boy named John, youngest of a minister's family, is disciplined to recite a prayer before meals. At table, he bows and softly says a solemn plea to "Our Watcher in Heaven" asking for sustenance and protection.
The article stresses that honey yields depend on fall management and queen vitality. It urges beekeepers to inspect colonies in late July or August, replace weak queens with vigorous young ones, ensure ample brood and food, and focus on building strong colonies to endure winter and boost spring strength.
A fragmented old text promotes Holloway's Corn Remover with garbled dialogue about payment and men. The ad style reads like a nonsensical historical clipping. It implies a remedy claim within a period voice.
The text extols easy long distance calling with quick service. It notes interurban towns within about 25 miles offer especially low rates and recommends establishing a weekly call habit to stay connected, highlighting surprising benefits from regular use.
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