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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Jan 30, 1902
Page
3
The fragmented text advertises interest on loans from ONL DOL LAT and other banks, mentions collection department refusals, notes of legitimate business, and circular notes from the Provincial Bank of Hoagl and Limited usable worldwide. It also hints at local items such as subscriptions, school board meetings, church services, mail delivery contracts, and monument orders.
The notice describes Mookry Match tomorrow night with hobby sports and a Georgetown team. It also reports J. W. Rae receiving a pastor call to Aylmer, plus community briefings on court sessions, school weather, and local society events in Georgetown and surrounding areas.
A collection of short items lists visits travels religious events and local appointments. Residents including Mrs Wordal of Guelph Mr and Mrs Maddock Miss Tumby Mrs Vawcett and Mr Perryman are noted with travels and visits to Acton Toronto and other towns. Local church activities and honorary director elections are mentioned along with funeral attendance and alumni banquets.
The fragment describes ailments of the era with foreign words and references to dyspepsia and memory, noting prior poor vigor and stomach issues. It mentions individuals Nugent Hallie Ont and Eau Clatre Win and their supposed experiences with a tonic. Hood's Sarsaparilla is cited as a widely used remedy and social belief supports its efficacy.
The advertisement lists week specials including Pure Wax Candles, No 1 Herring heads off and split at 4.50, White Fish and Trout mixed at 5.25, and Dinner Sets at 7.00 per set. It promotes The Noted Store and China Palace.
Sale details list diverse ladies coats and furs with seasonally current styles. Items include black and colored beaver coats, long coats, capes, and jackets with marked reductions to attract buyers.
The notice touts abundant poods and similar goods with consistent quality and price, urging readers to try and be pleased by the good bargains offered. It emphasizes that the items meet basic living needs and existence requirements, comparing favorably to other places.
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