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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Feb 29, 1912
Page
4
A fragment from a historical page mixes a Scottish Highlands wind joke about a tourist asking for a place with a south wind with a string of light anecdotes. It includes a quip about a tourist in the highlands and a humorous exchange about winds and directions.
A damaged OCR fragment hints at a wartime warning or reflective note. The text mentions gentleness, wishes, and a window of opportunity, with obscured names and phrases suggesting editorial commentary rather than a clear event. The readable portion implies a cautious, humane tone amid conflict.
A pedestrian cites a court ruling that pedestrians may not be required to avoid vehicles. While crossing Broadway he was struck by multiple vehicles and injured. He later wrote to the judge who replied that his actions complied with the law.
An ad tastefully touts Zam-Buk medical ointment and Zam-Buk Soap as cures for eczema ulcers and skin injuries with testimonials from users in Toronto and the East End. The piece claims rapid healing and includes price points and distributor details. It also promotes Zam-Buk as a trusted remedy alongside a separate patent syrup for coughs and colds.
Fragmentary lines describe a patient with severe illness and weak appetite seeking a cure. A remedy called Putty the blood or Salen Root is mentioned as the sought medicine, with references to doctors and a long struggle for relief amid conflicting results.
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