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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Aug 04, 1938
Page
8
Obituary items honor Usherwood Motenate aged 74 wife Mary Motenate at Guai… on Monday August 8 1098. Also memorial verse for Annie Fate mother who died August 8 1057 at Cor Valley with family Mary and Ril sharing fond remembrances.
August 1038 notes warn of heavy holiday traffic on weekends around Acton and Labor Day. Fall directors plan Acton Fair details as rain boosts vegetable growth. Exhibits at Acton Fair include new wheat variety Renown and large outdoor dance pavilion at the Canadian National Exhibition with bands like Guy Lombardo and Benny Goodman Dorsey.
Fragmented report describes Hovator Reynolda of North Carolina traveling to Alaska over a defrayal issue with a territory's lady. Mentions Bruland contesting Alaska with US payment on a war debt. References Troynolds proposal on Newfoundland transfer and France involved with West Indies and Chaban in a debated arrangement.
Friends honored Oditreas Weaver and Dente Fam with a reception at Limehouse, following an address by Mr Clowdy and a luncheon by Limehouse ladies. Gifts included a light bridge lamp, and dancing followed after a later event at the Fickta residence with church members and a midday meal.
The Imperial Economic Committee notes growing use of wool terminology in trade and law. It cites the United States France Portugal already pursuing legislation, while Australia New Zealand and South Africa reportedly consider measures.
A muddled reflection speaks of unlived joy and sorrow, the weight of memory on every morning. The speaker contemplates love’s mystery and a chain of inward responses to awakening, citing names and moments that blur with unclear meaning.
The text offers scattered reflections on nerves and resolve, hinting at a fatherly guidance about perseverance and personal change. It references themes of effort, maturity, and awaiting a pivotal statement or realization.
Gordon Brinley writes of a Western Canada visit with wife Putnam Brinley. They travel from Calgary to Mount Assiniboine, stay with Trail Riders groups, and explore lakes like Moraine and Emerald. Illustrations by Putnam and photos by Peter Whyte accompany lively travel notes and practical tips for future explorers.
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