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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Dec 09, 1920
Page
3
A damaged verse fragment presents a ballad like scene with a girl praying at twilight by a father’s wall The voice asks for protection and meaning while the poem references biblical phrases From the Book of Ages the text evokes sorrow and hope in a solemn sacred mood
A fragmented historical verse describes a woman on marble steps, her soul faltering, voices of Quiverius and others, a whispered plea to God for shelter, “Klock of Auom, cleft for mio” echoing as she longs to hide.
A vivid passage imagines a colossal copper mine beneath Lake Superior, 4000 feet deep, with miles of tunnels, underground towns, electric trains, subways, and a nationwide communication network. Miners live and work amid heat, lamps, cables, pumps, and safety systems far below the earth’s surface.
A reflective passage argues that many avoid responsibility fearing mistakes and accountability. It asserts God holds people to act with integrity, not merely to follow orders or earn pay, insisting true duty is to do what rightly should be done and to resist passivity in everyday life.
In a long reminiscence from Acton, memories recount the 19th century tragedy of Alfred Baird who died after an accident involving a locomotive. The piece details family figures, local ties, and the enduring impact on the community, including stories of siblings, neighbors, and the old Adams homestead.
Fragmentary OCR text with archaic spellings appears as a cryptic verse or marginal note. It references a speaker or speakerly voice named Torany and mentions longing, fear, and aching hearts. The passage is inconsistent and difficult to interpret as a coherent news item.
The passage discusses glass production advances and the use of thick glass for accuracy and durability. It notes lead oxide glass and tin oxide glass, and describes spectacle glass requirements for uniform thickness, hardness, and air resistance. It also mentions a housing boat trend with concrete hulls, weighing far more than wooden boats but offering superior durability in heat, with practical implications for long voyages.
An odd dialogue quoted in Stray Stories mentions gossip of older beings in town and a cryptic retort about rumors. The passage plays on local lore and playful misdirections, preserving a whimsical tone.
The Merchants Bank of Canada announces record progress in its semi annual statement to October 31, 1920. The bank highlights growing loans and discounts, increased paid up capital to 40,056,070, and a reserve up to 9,000,000. Deposits reach 170,034,001 with total assets near 200 million, reflecting nationwide expansion and thrift driven by Victory Loan payments.
A reflective piece on hospitality and spreading happiness through kind words. It urges avoiding gloom and complaint. The author links cheerful talk to social harmony, urging readers to lift others with positive speech and warm hospitality.
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