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Newspaper

Acton Free Press

Location

Acton, Ontario, Canada

Date

Mar 01, 1928

Page

3

The Actun Hree Press Behind and Bright Paths Ahead

Fragmentary verse page notes a glow above sorrow and joy, with lines about God guiding paths and deeds. Mentions Dempster Bheraan and a hopeful outlook as trust in divine help strengthens resolve.

Ageing styles and social polish contrasted in a dialogue

A father and son discuss fashion and hygiene among older and younger generations. They reference Abner Do Nitle, Colonel Moore, and the transformation of a slovenly bookkeeper who improves after a life change. The piece ends noting asthma remedies for women and Dr Kellogg’s remedy merits.

Mooleeh Ulong Ualnk Abner Do- Nitle Colonel Moore Abner Dolley Red Ning Mie Dajuatce Nimaelf Wliaw Moffat J. D. Kellogg

Horatio Mixer and Lucretia's Patchwork Parlor Tale

Lucretia narrates a humorous tale about Horatio Mixer and Cicely planning marriage. Horatio’s near elopement, a mistaken errand with two mowing-steers, and a comic halt at the parsonage unfold as neighbors listen. The story ends with Cicely’s decision and Lucretia’s moral about generosity and memory.

Lucrethy Atery Lucretia North Pole Pontomer Luc Erelia Cieely Gove Horatio Jerry Get Nehem Polemin Dunn Yoratio Mixtr Cicely Parson's Cicely Nald Lucretias Jane Hannibal Binney Hannibal Polemiu Land Polonia Lulcretia Polumia Lybury Cleavy Polunia

Antiquarian Bristol shrines and civic manners recalled

The note surveys Bristol landmarks from St. Mark’s and Temple Church to St. Stephens and Bristol Castle, praising medieval ruins and religious houses. It contrasts England’s civility with North American street etiquette and sketches a Bristol by election where Labour gains and Liberal weakness hint at shifting national politics.

Norman Davila College Green Wien Cromwell Piret Peon Perann St. Stephens Blanket London St. John Brennus Belurius S&l H Peters Bristol Castle Bristol England Canada United States Hiym Ogain Gritola Bristol West Libor Clare Annesley Gutes Lady Clare Carpet Leaghers Britain Russia Robert Geerl

Dancing brings youths together in Percival Pond tale

In Trem the Dratongwetit story Percival Pond unites young people through dance near a near-death moment. He whispers a plea for a single world while a girl blushes, clarifying danger if her husband learns of their closeness.

Percival Pond Percival Kreate

Image and attitude clash in early photography portrait

A fragmented report describes the cruelty of forcing a pleasant expression in early photography. The text includes a striking quote about whipping a boy to force a smile and notes the child’s angry, tearful face as a result.

Johnny St Hy Alii

The Home of Our Childhood in Boyhood Town

A nostalgic piece laments the old town’s charm and the pull of home. Former residents recall joyful reunions and the sense of belonging, urging others to return for shared memories and to preserve the town’s tranquil, familiar atmosphere. The author thanks friends Mary and Tea for their hospitality and reflects on gratitude for home.

Mary Tome Purenila Christiansddte

Undefined text wall spark from a local scene

The fragmentary OCR reads like a disjointed dialogue at a restaurant, mentioning a counter moment and a bemused or surreal exchange. Names and places are garbled, leaving only a sense of casual chatter and a running joke about sandwiches and a cow.

Mureydy Deane

Carnival and winter travel pages amid city life notes

The excerpt records carnival festivities and social mentions including a sewing and craft event, a skating parade, and a winter lodge scene. It references Mr George Cook, Rev Matthew Wilbon, and local residents, with travel ads for the National Railways and Atlantic City excursions.

Phoenins Matthew Wilbon George Wo Ententer Guld- Vaan Brown

Fragmented plea card with unclear request

Fragmented text fragment mentions keeping distance and offering help but details and context are unreadable. It appears as a garbled note or message lacking clear persons places or actions. No verifiable event or entities stand out for a fuller summary.

Try Magnesia for Indigestion in This Odd, Mixed Text

A garbled passage touts magnesia as relief for indigestion and stomach issues. It mentions various unclear terms and jumbled phrases while urging readers to trust the remedy for digestive discomfort and frequent heartburn.

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