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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Dec 05, 1918
Page
4
A reflective piece notes no checks or notes for bills no ballots no dictation no bond in the nation and no paper money or wrappers. The narrator lists items absent from a day of work citing miles to search through and nothing to do in a protest mood.
A wine writer extols mirth as a healing force, comparing it to a wagon with springs and arguing that a merry heart eases care, anxiety, and indigestion. The piece cites Puritan gloom and a San Francisco Argonaut quote, praising laughter as a powerful, healthful medicine for all.
Testimony in a New York court shows Mary Pickford earning about 670000 annually from film work. A theatrical agent states she receives 10 percent of her contract proceeds and 6 percent of income from the Chapman syndicate.
A wartime verse discusses hardship and sacrifice while urging support for Liberty bonds. It reflects on shortages, pride, and the public mood as families recall peace and the need to back the war effort. The column also promotes Dr Thomas Electric Oil as a trusted remedy.
A narrator recalls a host guiding a motor tour through fertile and barren wheat fields. The contrast highlights diligent farmers who blend study and effort with restraint versus self centered, hypocritical neighbors lacking community spirit and moral balance.
Ellensburg woman credits Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound with restoring health after years of illness and enabling motherhood. The ad urges other women with functional disorders to try the remedy and contact Lydia E Pinkham Medicine Co for advice based on 40 years of experience.
A scattered narrative blends notes on ancient olive trees in Quvos near Jerma lam, social critiques on inaction and wealth, and reminders of moral resilience. It discusses health remedies, weathered wisdom, and aviation safety while weaving in varied curiosities and practical tips for everyday life.
In the Finst American offensive troops advanced to rocks for cover then pressed on to seize Hun trenches despite orders to hold. The colonel demanded why the men moved forward and the major replied that even the Crown Prince and his army could not stop them.
Odd exchange among privates includes references to a D C BLT and a wounded heroin user. A French girl jokes about Gott mit uns while a radio plant plans a vast wireless station in Japan. An ad touts a bathing remedy for asthma and a rookie questions a camp entertainment.
At 2000 feet the area increases to just over 12 miles for towns of importance. Cloudy weather raises landing risk as clouds below 5000 feet leave an airman little choice of safe sites. A Td square mile minimum area is considered safest for forced landings.
The piece argues that expecting outcomes shapes reality, from success to failure. It warns against distrust and constant worry, noting cheerful expectancy boosts health, while doubting friends or fearing trouble undermines well being.
A domestic rolled oats brand named in a Canada Food Board record tied to License No 80. The item appears in a brief registry noting licensing and product compliance. No further context or actions are provided in the fragment.
Silverware in tableware and fine varieties plus fine cutlery. Hardware tinware and granite ware show a big assortment. Pandora stoves and ranges, famous heaters, and small oil stoves featured.
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