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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Feb 09, 1933
Page
4
A poetic fragment reads I dream of thee my Valentine with lines about tender themes and affection. The piece mentions Saint who filled my heart with Love's red wine and a bold spirit near.
The February 13 1913 issue recalls Monday as the coldest morning with four below zero at eight o clock and a thirty four degree rise by Tuesday. Old Boys Assembly drew a large crowd, London Harpers music enjoyed, church anniversaries at Knox and Methodist observed with strong attendance and liberal offerings. Home medicine chest advice highlights Dr Thomas Eclectric Oil for pains and sickness.
An article notes a wealthy man's Stockholm office use of a sound-proof room to concentrate, and argues many people could benefit by reducing unnecessary noise at home. It also touts Dr. J. D. Kellogg's Asthma Remedy as a trusted, years-tested treatment available locally.
A six year old boy named Buddy desires a tool chest for Christmas. After his uncles tease him, his grandfather Ganta gives tools and Buddy carves a pine board. He cuts his hand but pretends nothing, wiping away the blood as family wonders if it is cranberry juice.
Sunday School lesson on Mark 4 1 10 13 20 and parallel passages describes Jesus open air preaching by the Galilean sea near Capernaum. It outlines four hearer types: hard, shallow, thorny, and good soil, with emphasis on sowing the Word and fruit bearing.
The writer argues rural living is not cheap and farm expenses exceed simple feed and fuel. They compare town and country costs for food, garden labor, water, seeds, and garden upkeep, noting the need to buy many items and travel to town. Future installments will detail living costs for heat, clothing, education, and more.
A writer recalls forgetfulness at sea citing notes with names and numbers. A cordial reply confirms misunderstandings and a wife’s former husband appears. Miller's Worm Powders are advertised as an effective remedy for stomach worms and child health improvement.
A sick day tale follows Reid who is fussy and naughty, receiving scoldings. At night he asks his mother to say prayers and jokes about making him a good day, interrupting with a throaty chuckle from bed.
An advertisement touts Mother Graves Worm Exterminator as an excellent vermicide that has saved the lives of countless children, appealing to mothers seeking a remedy against worms.
In 1932 Otawa Valley growers again won top red clover seed prizes at the International Hay and Grain Show in Chicago. Mrs. Joseph Belanger of Campbell's Bay captured the Canadian exhibitor prize, while Euclide Farley of Navan won the Ontario department award for the top Ontario entry. This marked Farley’s first year at a major show.
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