24 Jan 1884
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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Jan 24, 1884
Page
1
The notice outlines contract rates for various classified items including private notices and public ads, with prices per line and annual rates. It lists several local businesses and services from Acton Ontario such as banking firms, shingle stock, lime works, and auctioneer services, inviting customers to settle accounts and offering loans and banking services.
A reader cites testimonials from College D professors and physicians praising Warner's Sape Cure. He reports trying the product himself and notes no harm while expressing doubt about the broader medical value and urging caution about the sensational claims.
The notice lists Acton Sree Press as the publisher and Tuvnarat Monxixa aK as the subject with a date of 24 1884. It presents as a brief archival entry noting publication and a personal name.
A humorous verse tale follows a grocer who woos a charming girl named Aglovely. He struggles with nerves and ill fortune while courting, but the couple’s romance endures despite her father’s initial disapproval and a comic clash. In the end, the lovers are married and happiness is declared.
Miss Ferningham insists on lavish decor for a season finale while Clara Anneslie’s money troubles and social slip spark a family rift. Aunt Penelope sides with appearances as Clara is barred from invitations. The scene centers on class, pride, and a coveted union with Herbert.
Adversarial satisfaction reported by users for horses and cattle. Prepared by W. G. Smith & Co for Thorley’s Worse and Cattle Food sold in any quantity to suit producer. Diamond Eyes described as the best rad despest in the market.
Clara Annealie, pressured by gossip from Mrs Estcote and a looming social event, weighs an offer from Jack Estcote after learning that her guardian’s San Antonio investment is gone. She recalls Herbert Ferningham’s advances and ultimately accepts Jack’s marriage proposal, sending Ferningham away in a rush.
A folksy collection of aphorisms on honesty temptation appearances and neighborly judgment. It warns against judging by clothes or boastful talk and notes that present actions determine future outcomes.
A farmer recalls quiet training of a balky horse who refused to pull a load. He left the animal tied to a tree, then provided warmth and food, after which the horse began drawing loads willingly. The method emphasized calm, non-coercive discipline over beating.
A husband and wife argue about grammar and collective nouns. He insists the family is singular and should be was not well. She leaves distressed after he claims saying the family were well would be wrong.
Mr D Witt Pease of New York meets a claiming daughter in Chicago. A young woman hugs and kisses him, then misidentifies him as papal. The scene ends with phrases of extortion and a threat to keep him till he pays or reveals a secret.
A parade of patent medicines and tonics is advertised including Holloway remedies, Dr Carson’s Stomach Bitters, Northrop & Lymac Vegetable Discovery, Thomas Eclectric Oil, Prisam’s Corns Extractor, Putnam’s Corn Extractor, King’s New Discovery for Consumption, Holloway’s Pills, and McGregor & Parke’s Cerate. The ads promote relief from colds, digestion issues, corns, blood purification, nervousness, and general ill health, with prices noted and store locations listed.
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