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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Aug 31, 1916
Page
4
A fragmented poem urges youth to seek freedom from vice and to cultivate positive traits. It stresses avoiding indulgence, choosing honest work, industry, thrift, and a clean life. The piece cautions against idle missteps and encourages steadfast resolve and purposeful living.
An Ottawa era advertisement and testimonial tout Milburn's Heart and Nerve Pills. Salvation Army Captain Capt. Wis. Hi. Linton of Toronto recounts a near unhealthy mood and claims the pills eased heart trouble after a brief course. The ad prices pills at 1 shilling 2 pence for three, mailed on receipt of payment.
An antique advertisement touts Mae’s Worm Powders as a remedy to eradicate intestinal worms in children. The copy claims the product cleanses the digestive system, restores health, and serves as a reliable medicine, though the text uses outdated terms and phrasing.
In a comical village scene a crowd gathers around the town, discussing a birthday of a noted inhabitant. A countryman explains, amid laughter, that a non-walking figure and an aging insurer figure are part of a longer life policy joke tied to the old lady.
Fragmented old notice describes a fictional disease and promotes Kellogg's Antille Remedy as the strongest cure, claiming near immunity for sufferers and urging continued use. It references patlones and the need for hoarding supplies amid repeated warnings.
The text describes San Marino as an ancient walled republic perched about 2000 feet above sea level. It notes state life in 19th century terms, with a government chosen for twelve elder judges, a small populace, and a claim that San Marino is the only nation without a daily newspaper. The article mentions culture, food stalls, and the scenic rock-cut wine vaults, though details are garbled.
Fragmentary travel tale and miscellany recount oranges linked to Europe and Holland plus odd anecdotes from Henry Munchyn and a royal tale. Includes a 1530 queen’s palace incident and a Holland law banning oranges and carrots. Interleaved are brief vignettes about birds, wallets, and humorous dialogues.
Incomplete text cites high ideals and goodness, urging reflection on moral conduct and unity. Mentions pride in collective efforts and the need to improve as individuals within a community. Lacks clear events, dates, or specific names.
A Pittsburgh Gazette-Times letter recounts a 1844 egg hoax in Lawrenceville where Brown wrote on an egg that the world would end on October 20, 1844. Jones rushed to spread the tale, loosed the crowd, and Brown later confronted Jones. The egg stunt caused a church crowd and town frenzy before Brown ceased appealing to Jones.
The article warns under modern conditions eye strain from reading and sewing can harm vision, stressing proper glasses and a thorough eye exam by a non specialist. It notes that undetected defects slow learning, and that glasses correct misvision while reducing strain. Earache in children links to winter illness, middle ear infections, and potential procedures like tympanic puncture. It advises medical consultation for severe or persistent pain and mentions public health disinfectant questions under the Public Health Act.
An ancient traveler describes Muscat on the Pavelan Gulf, calling it the hottest place. The city is regulated by a 25 dayress Wabisa bale and uses underground alcoves called cardaba to vent heat with water-sprinkled brushes. Markets flow after dusk as streets cool and goods move from arrival to distribution.
An advertisement extols Dr Fowler’s Wild Strawberry as a miraculous remedy for cholera infantum in infants. It claims quick relief from profuse diarrhea and vomiting, rapid decline, and suggests the product has been on the market for twenty years. It includes testimonials and urges readers to seek the specific product name Dr Fowler’s Wild Strawberry Oil.
A fragmentary conversation shows concern over remarriage after a year, with names like Merilotta Tow and Lita referenced. It pivots on trust, virtue, and the idea that the world remains full of upright people, urging faith in men and women to avoid disillusion.
Police caught Kles exiting a hotel with about ten dollars of property, a moment amid odd chatter about a “partner boy” figure and a novel. A confusing digression on digvative disorders and a promotional plug for Parmalos’s Vegetable Pills follows, noting claims of a laxative and stomach regulator.
Advert appears to tout Burdock Blood Hitter as a remedy for facial pimples festering sores and general skin ills. Testimonial from Mrs Charles Jewell Orrville Ohio says the product restored color and relief after using Varndock Vy Hlttera. Manufactured by The T Millva Co Limited Toronto Ont.
An enigmatic historic note describes a figure named Mor Vitar, now a permanent ruler, who recalls an epitaph once placed at a cemetery in Twila. A Hirlllah murderer connected to a Sarvanty clan is referenced, with a memorial funded by the son, and a recorded death tied to a computer log and a taxi sequence. The passage weaves through civic memory, memorials, and controversial lines about guardianship of graves and social duties.
A collection of fragmented notes describes sea life and sea horses, a Moroccan Ram festival rite with a dramatic procession and sacred animal, a judge’s quip about a town fool’s brain, and brief musings on success. The mosaic sketches offer period voice and local color without cohesive narrative.
A testimonial promotes Milbury’s Laxa-Liver Pills as a long used remedy for stomach and liver troubles. Claiming twenty five years on the market, the speaker cites relief from constipation backaches and other symptoms and mentions a price of $1 per vial. The note invites direct orders through The Milburn Company Limited.
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