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Newspaper

Acton Free Press

Location

Acton, Ontario, Canada

Date

Jul 13, 1916

Page

2

Notable Obscurities and Notices From a Fragmented Page

Local notices mention memorials and family milestones including the deaths and anniversaries of Annie Munroe and Clifford Namahan, with references to John V. Worater and Eimmia Vranoces Allie in Ontario. Provincial political results show North Port election of Wellington Hey by 627 votes, plus commentary on Alberta and Saskatchewan acreages and a general war-year shipping loss report.

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Tragic Farm Accident Claims Wesley Harrip near Rockwood

News from Rockwood reports Wesley Harrip son of Samuel Wayety died after a hay load fell and fractured his neck on Friday while threshing near BL Cather. Harrip, a bright young man and successful student, leaves a grieving widow Lulu, daughter of the late Dr Wasanors, who is ill.

Rockwood Wesley Harrip Hamuel Wayety Cather Feiday Catherinas Batunlay

Council Minutes Detail Finances and Supplies

The council did not meet Monday evening. Members Bell Wonlerson Kath attended. Finance presented thirteenth report recommending payments to Vivi Hecrai Wydro Yower Comminion and multiple suppliers including Chamberlais Co Janson Hymon Kaye Acton Tanning Co John Marvey Robt Broney printing and labor. The evening’s business centered on reviewing these accounts.

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Military Notes From Acton District

Military notes recount local soldiers from the 104th Battalion and 60th Battery in England and Canada. Updates include Corps Cook Pte Dabble, A M Amith, Cap W F McLaren, and Lt Col McCausland units, with reinforcements called and hospitals in England. Social notices report visits, hospital recoveries, and community events in Acton and nearby communities.

What Catarrh Is and How to Treat It

Catarrh is described as common in many, with naval catarrh indicating general weakness. Local sprays and vapors are said to help little. a blood-rich body and tonics from Beatty Untilow are suggested as remedies.

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Death of Warren C. Brown in France and family notices

Warren C Brown, No 402 of the Canadian Engineers, was killed in action in France on June 21. He was promoted to corporal recently and buried in a military cemetery. Letters from Major Malcolm and from the Minister of Militia convey deep sympathy to Mrs Brown and family. Tributes describe Brown as energetic and conscientious, with a life dedicated to service for liberty. A memorial service will be held at the Methodist Church in Acton, and local congregations and friends express sorrow at the loss of this young civil engineer who grew up in Acton and served with distinction.

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Hardy the Novelist and Architect of Max Gate

A profile of Thomas Hardy detailing his dual life as a celebrated novelist and an architect. It notes the inspiration behind Tess of the D'Urbervilles, Hardy's refusal to alter endings for readers, his architectural achievements, Max Gate, and his ties to theatrical circles and artists.

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People Stirring Trouble Draw Attention and Action

Unruly activity by residents leads to heightened concern and prompt responses from authorities as tensions rise and order is sought. Community observers call for calm while officials urge restraint and cooperation to restore normal proceedings.

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