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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Jan 22, 1920
Page
6
The Acton Bree Press lists marriages and deaths with scattered details including names and dates. Entries mention Kennedy and other individuals, with memorials and in Memoriam notices reflecting family sentiments and dates around January 1919 to January 1920.
An In Memoriam notice details the death of Mrs Lindaay and recalls a long life rooted in Ireland and Canada. It lists surviving relatives including Andrew Jobs, Abraham Jumod, and a widow Vives, with references to a Church of England connection and a pastoral visit. Funeral details and home parish are noted with emphasis on family sorrow and community memory.
Readable items report snowbanks on roads, cool winds, and unsettled weather. They note civic mentions, a charter grant to a Georgetown firm, farm sales and local appointments, plus social events at churches and schools.
Public auction of cattle and stock at Howard Martin on Wednesday January 28 at one o clock. Listings include several cows ages from 3 to 7 years, calves and calves with due dates in March and June. Terms: cash for 910.00 and under, credit on approved note for larger amounts, per cent interest. Auctioneers BEN PETCH and W. A. WILHON.
Auction notice for Malcolm Michie pertaining to Nonadgawaya township on Friday January 30 1820 at 1 pm. Sale includes horses cows cattle hens implements harnesses tools and farming gear with credit terms and no reserve. Auctioneers Kerr and ShonDY act from Acton.
Listing describes 200 acres for sale in Esquel ing Township with permeable loam soil and good drainage. Highlights include room for poultry and barns, multiple improvements, water access, and an estimated price of 10 500 with terms arranged. Also notes 210 acres in Nelson Township near Atone Road and Langton area with farm buildings, water supply, and various cultivated parcels.
Readable text shows a cluttered ad listing quilt linings and related items. Mentions “wide,” “Go,” and “Regular price,” with partial phrases suggesting fabric and sewing supplies pricing. No clear date, store name, or complete item list present.
Bargains on Dollar Day feature overcoats jackets and heavy ribbed underwear from Royal Leather Mills and other brands. Torn wool coats, dress goods and hats priced low with items like wool poplin and georgette crepe offered at deep discounts.
Fragmentary OCR mentions Blagh-36 to 44 and Dole lar Day B compiling a cryptic alien and residue item. The readable text hints at a catalog or file reference with uncertain context and no clear event or names.
Readable parts show Dollar Day promotions across women’s apparel and accessories. Listings mention skirts, boxy tailored tops, and trimmed dresses with prices around 4.60 and 7.00. Several references seek shoppers to visit stores for reduced prices and themed sales events.
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