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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Aug 16, 1928
Page
2
A family arrives home at dusk to find three young children watching in the doorway. The parents express happiness that the children are safe at home, while the mother sighs at the years passing and the fear of them growing up and leaving.
Turner leads St. Jo's to a surprise 13 7 win over Norton in a hard fought football clash. Dayton initially headlines with bold plays and a disputed slugging incident tests Turner’s commitment to sportsmanship and team unity.
A Companion narrator recalls Queen Mary of England and Dutch visitors aiding lace traders during a Venice fire. Duchess of Teck and Duchess of York joined in packing embroideries while a ladder rescue and quick teamwork prevented greater loss as five chalets burned but wind spared the rest.
At a convention reception a striking young woman stands out while she reveals a Revolutionary family record. She claims five ancestors were the only privates in the Revolutionary armies, noting a single stain but pride in their lineage.
The report notes total immigration to Canada for April May June reaching 70 027. Main sources were Britain 23 905 United States 9 943 with smaller numbers from Denmark 1 817 Holland 649 Finland 101 France 272 Germany 141 Norway 1 002 Sweden 1 554 Switzerland 24 405 others. In June 3 526 Canadians who had traveled to the United States returned to Canada declaring intent to remain.
On warm days a simple two piece summer suit is described with a blouse and side closing trousers. Fabrics include cotton, linen, or lightweight denim, with color contrasts and bold trims. The design highlights a centered front blouse, irregular trim, and a front crossing collar style suited for a frocklike summer dress for young girls as well.
Western Fair runs September 8 to 16 in London Ontario with new buildings and expanded exhibits. The event features agricultural industrial and handi crafts displays, a grandstand, midway, poultry show, dog show, machinery exhibits and fireworks. Secretary W D Jackson urges early family visits for full days of entertainment and education while noting demolition of some older structures.
A reflective essay on how money slips away as riches grant comfort and indulgence. It warns that sudden wealth increases spending on luxuries and necessities, urging self control and deliberate budgeting to prevent financial collapse. The piece argues most needs are imagined and stresses intentional spending practices.
A fragmentary text presents a garbled riddle about time and perception. It mentions a proud magnate and a clock, hinting at questions about what is always behind the clock face. The readable lines evoke wordplay and puzzle-like statements without clear context or names.
A fragmented tale shows Henry Labouchere’s ancestor involved with businessman Edgar Labouchere and John Hope of England. While visiting Sir Francis Baring, hopes of partnership arise as Dorothy Hope is linked to marriage plans. The scheme shifts with engagements and alliances, ending amid speculation and pride.
Reported gathering discusses crop conditions and weather expectations for Canada. Officials note potential acreage increases and tentative timelines for harvest impacts amid wartime pressures and supply concerns.
A fragmented note claims Agen tea known by export and finest grown. Red Ron Crane Pekoo is described as deservedly popular in Canada due to distinctive quality and value, with each package guaranteed.
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