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Newspaper

Acton Free Press

Location

Acton, Ontario, Canada

Date

Jul 20, 1916

Page

3

Local July Notes On Weather And Events

Two July notes in one item report light rain showers easing drought for wheat harvest starting within ten days. A charity drive ships waste paper. local bowling and garden events drew modest crowds. Town social chatter covers weather, gardens, small purchases, and a royal-raised crowd at social gatherings.

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Obituary of Jon Braows and family matriarch

An obituary recalls Jon Braows, likely the last male in the Braows line, who passed away on a Wednesday after July. It notes the enduring strength of his widow and their eldest son Alexander, and details the family origins from Nelson Township to Acton. The article honors the matriarch, a longtime U V P Church member, describing her vigor, independence, and broad family ties across Esquaslag, Trafalgar, Guelph, and Puslisoh, with a funeral conducted by Rev. J. C. Wilson and a large memorial attendance.

Jon Braows Wailsealay John Brows Bar Alazasder Hla Lana Ethaw Duriog Waakwand Jana Walding Joho Bprowl Alex. Bprowl Acton Har Mansawool Actos Kamabor U. V P J. C. Wilson Walevian Ostaotary

Catarrhal Deafness Cure Offer Prominent

An old advertisement claims a universal cure for catarrhal deafness through a constitutional remedy. It asserts the ear tube mucus condition as the cause and promises a reward of one hundred dollars for proof of cure, urging reduction of inflammation and tube normalization. It lists a promoter contact in Toledo.

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Elio Amin faces magistrate over dangerous motorcycle

The report notes Elio Amin appeared before a magistrate at Peling Ulmarget on a dangerous motorcycle matter. He pleaded guilty and was fined nine dollars and costs. Magistrate Watt presided, with a brief account of the court proceeding and sentence.

Letter from Chaplain on Soldier’s Death in Belgium

The chaplain of the Corps of Cadlan Engineers writes Mrs. John Brown about the death of Corporal Warren G. Brown on June 24 in Belgium. He recalls the soldier’s valor, notes a merciful end, and describes his burial at a military cemetery near Namur. Officers and men speak highly of him and offer comfort to the bereaved family.

John Brown Corpa of Caudlan Enginsees Lata Corp Warren G. Brown Adaath Millea Teli Nennieghelst Belgium Ofticara Gulgomfort W. Bese

Local residents share holiday visits and engagements

A long list of Acton area residents are reported visiting Toronto and nearby towns over the holiday week. Many are noted spending time with relatives, attending memorials, or announcing engagements and plans for August weddings. Several families travel and recover from illnesses, with updates on local residents like Mr. and Mrs. Wiebrook, the Harvey engagement, and the Northward venture of Farmar.

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CREWSONS CORNERS CHURCH NOTES AT BLUE HOEAG PARK

The community page reports a well attended gathering at Blue Hoeag Park on Wednesday with scholars and adults. An adult Bible class is planned with Mr TL Guild expected to attend next Sunday to boost attendance. A Ladies Aid meeting is invited to be held July 28 at Mrs BE Pitchner's home in Rockwood.

OH. Plonlo Blue Hoeag Park Wat Wedosalay Parsata Andrlands Hunday School TL. Guild Rookwood Hunday Balp Laliss Aldhava Basa Mantiag Min BE. Pitchner Rockwood Mya Plumesaw Formar Mrv MM. Crowson Acton Violet Hare Anderon Alger Odopa Campbellvilla Friesde N. Crewaca Acton Free Press City Daily Frey Prass Limehouse Ballinafad Crewsons Corners Nassagawega Free Press

Nasagawaya Tromotion Evamlastions Results

Local listing shows a names filled event with participants including John Kinpabury Camaros Kit Slog Kathleen Dents Huse Wilson and many others. The fragmentary report names several athletes and officials as part of the Nasagawaya program.

Nasagawaya John Kinpabury Camaros Kit Slog Kathleen Dents Huse Wilson Dk. T Oladge Shiva Bose Kingabury Bart Nightingale Olive McLaughtin Frnout Wilson Ya Nelly Ads Nella Alice McGregar Reyggie Wilson Charla McLaughlin Wary

Understanding Pulse and Temperature in Illness

A historical note explains the heart driven blood flow and how pulse rate varies with position and temperature. It cites typical rates around 70 beats per minute, with higher rates in fever and infection and lower when lying down, plus examples for fever and diphtheria.

Ivinn V. Huthens Mike Wphthoria Iberculodts Co Dew B. Waeld

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