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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Aug 12, 1937
Page
5
A reader recalls a long ago hometown and contrasts it with present day Acton. He notes historic hotels and streets replaced by modern infrastructure, changing social life, city visitors, and lingering affection for familiar trees and places. The piece laments lost local rituals and pace.
June Bates 28 of Oakland California mother of two was charged after a federal grand jury indicted her in Los Angeles for allegedly sending a string of letters to John Bates demanding $500. The letters were described as part of an extortion scheme.
Acton defeats Georgetown 7 to 3 to clinch the series. Alcott, Bryden and Terry led Acton with multiple hits while Mooney and Walters fueled Georgetown rallies, but steady defense and timely scoring sealed the win.
Milton Prank R White of the Banner staff from Listowel visited home over the weekend. Dorothy Clugston of Appleby appointed teacher of 3 8 No 16 Trafalgar. Hutchinsons vacationing two weeks at Bula Muskoka. Interprovincial Brick Plant workers strike for higher pay. Victoria Park meeting addressed by organizer. Trafalgar Loan Board names Wilbert Ford secretary-treasurer. McNair family visiting in Guelph for Black family reunion in Chicago.
A reflective reminiscence contrasts the charm of past days with modern progress. The author recalls marriages and fates of neighbors, praising the warmth of a bygone era while acknowledging present changes and the lasting value of memory.
Public notice urges drivers to practice courtesy to reduce accidents. It emphasizes that many crashes happen not from malice but from a lack of effort to stay out of harm. It calls for mutual consideration on the road.
A diary style account from Ontario describes a stormy evening on a farm. The narrator notes heat relief from distant thunder, a welcoming field, and a family returning home as rain begins. She recounts lighting a long hoped for fireplace after repairs, plus small improvements like hidden fasteners for a sideboard.
Dan praises Clarx’s energetic digging as he boasts that everything he tackled is charged, highlighting a boastful display of strength and speed in the field.
Lisbeth White notes summer styles in Paris and on this side of the water featuring a white tailored suit with lace blouse and satin trim. She highlights a Paris mob cap hat with tulle and a pointed collar, lace dresses in black and blue, and lace outfits suited for hot weather with pastel tones and navy accents.
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