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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Feb 17, 1938
Page
6
Joy Eimer Morgan portrays the teacher as artist and builder of civilization. The educator models faith in students, acts for societal improvement, and pursues the impossible with perseverance.
A historical menu excerpt promotes hearty winter snacks and hot dishes. Recipes include Welsh rarebit, oyster stew, creamy eggs on toast, toasted ham and cheese sandwich, creamed chicken on toast, and hot chocolate. Notes reference Canadian sheep exports and a 1936 1937 context.
A reader comments on Mr Johnson and Mr Coleman letters about women learning to drive, attends an Institute meeting, and notes men missing rides. It recalls northern towns in Canada and Alberta travels by Partner and brothers, and argues travel broadens opportunity for youth more than staying home.
A columnist discusses choosing a positive mindset over quarrels and moodiness. A parable about a famous line, never taking affronts, and how inner reaction shapes happiness in social life. Readers are urged to cultivate kindness and perceived good intentions in daily interactions.
A fragment from a column notes a Thursday line on February with coal mentioned as a dirty thing that powers wheels. It hints at Friday’s sense that looking ahead often shapes daily outlooks and progress.
A reflective line about keeping treasured memories safe within the mind to endure through the years and remain unrobbable by time. It speaks to the value of inner riches that cannot be taken away.
A garbled page notes scattered dates February 10 and 23 with references to Forerie between pond husk and bad husk. It includes Bible verse Romans 8 28 misquoted, miscellaneous proverbs, and a nurse anecdote about Ontario marriage ages. Home hints cover tape repairs and kitchen tips for puddings and lamp wicks.
In a playful misadventure, Tommy's uncle stays long, thanks him for a glass of water, and asks if Tommy swallowed all the tadpoles while recalling a late night thirst. The tale unfolds with a humorous twist as the morning breakfast reveals the mix up.
A fragmented item mentions Volos and Myrtle with a sunrise scene and a discussion of a person named Martin-Gunset. The text hints at a college expulsion connected to a mistaken identity or miscommunication. Names and specifics are unclear due to garbled OCR.
Hints on fashions by Lirreth discuss jewelry as a key trend with large impressive motifs. The note highlights design use and the evolving style emphasis shaping accessory choices.
Fashion notes favor large catalin pieces including bracelets brooches and clips inspired by Viennese stag horns. Big bold designs rule the season with lapel pins horse head clips parakeets and rhinestone motifs prized for eye catching drama.
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