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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Mar 11, 1926
Page
5
Poetic meditation on celestial signals as heaven and wireless. The verse asks if the sunset stars, fragrance of June flowers, and dew's rainbow signal a divine link. An ode to cosmic messages perceived in nature, attributed to K. Rie.
Twenty years ago Free Press notes Murray Somerville sale today and a special collection for Ye Japan famine relief. Town events include a film company no‑show at Town Hall, Acton lodge work, Young People’s Dramatic Club entertainment, property transfer at Donald 2Aflann farm for $5,000, and family moves to Hartney Manitoba. Born Cooper in Acton a son. Dr J F Halstead dies in Winnipeg at 82.
Ottawa notes pulp and paper as Canada’s top manufacturing sector in 1923 1924 figures show production value surpassing flour milling by about 29 million and beating sawmilling and meat packing by wide margins. Wages hit 38.38 million with 116 plants and 459.46 million capital investment reflecting the industry’s prominence.
In a Vienna public garden a seamstress talked with a plainly dressed woman. They compared dressmaking for themselves and children and shared family backgrounds. The other woman revealed she was Archduchess Gisela, daughter of Emperor Franz Joseph, wife of Prince Georges of Bavaria.
Fragmentary OCR shows a character Rupert discussing a baby as a Christmas present. The snippet hints at emotional reflection and a plan to lay the baby away, then consider giving him to someone else next Christmas.
A dubious ad claims muscular rheumatism relief through rubbing with Dr. Thomas Eclectric Qi noting the rub is powerful and that one should continue until secured. It asserts there is more virus in a bottle than can be estimated, presenting a sensational and unsafe health claim.
Sunday School lesson outlines Jesus final talks to His disciples in John 13 to 17, emphasizing the way the Father is revealed in Him and the Spirit's coming as Comforter. It links the vine and branches to faithful living and mission through love, truth, and mutual care.
Snowshoers from Canada and the United States march through Quebec City for the International Snowshoers Union Convention. B McKechnie of Montreal wins the 220 yard world championship and 100 yard Canadian title as Montreal clubs sweep several events. Attendance includes 47 clubs with visitors from Lewiston and Auburn Maine.
Discussion prompts explore the divine role in human progress and the Holy Spirit's illumination. Questions cover Jesus washing feet, comfort, and how Spirit manifests in individual life and society, plus daily readings from John 19 and Hebrews 1 with Psalm 16.
A police magistrate questions a prisoner over turkeys found in his possession. The suspect stammers and claims he raised them, insisting the story is true as he describes reaching through a hole in the proof.
A Convention of the Religious Education Association of America in Toronto March 9 12 will discuss Re Ngloha Education for Participation in World Affairs. Canadian figures Sir Robert Falconer N W Rowell James Endicott and W A Gifford will address as American teachers demonstrate practical experiments in fostering world mindedness among youths.
Neal Dew argues the liquor traffic cannot be mended and must end. Bolivar, within fifty miles of Pittsburg, is dominated by the Reese Hammond Brick Company, which employs 250, many owning homes, with no saloons for thirty years and a peaceful labor-capital harmony.
A Sunday School teacher recalls a child’s mishearing of the Christmas story as Harold confuses shepherds with arithmetic. The six year old initially says the shepherds were out at night doing their arithmetic when the angel came, then tries again with similar errors.
A 1796 Farmers Museum ad seeks a sober servant for a "light weight" man who fears the Lord and can rise at seven, join prayers, attend the priest, read a Bible chapter, and wait at table. Responsibilities include dressing hair, singing psalms, and obeying masters with a wage of four guineas yearly about seven dollars per month.
A successful city merchant valued the youth who showed initiative and offered opportunity. He urged employers to hire capable young men who Bring energy and promise, arguing they repay with ambition and skill. The piece ends by promoting Holloway's Corn Remover as a remedy.
A reader recalls aging relatives and their stories, noting how memory fades with time. The piece shifts to a health tip about children with worms and how Miller's Worm Powders can help remove worms and support frail children.
The record shows 246 sitting MPs with 63 lawyers, 29 doctors including medical and dental, 22 merchants, 16 manufacturers, and representation from brokers, druggists, contractors, notaries, publishers, journalists, retired farmers, and a clergy member among others.
A charity concert for the Volunteer Hose Company faces tensions between the Perkins and Podgrass families. Miss Annan Belle Perkins is sidelined by illness, causing Mr. Podgrass to announce a replacement solo by Mr. Brown amid uneasy relations and apologies.
A West Philadelphia resident recounts a secret tale of domestic efficiency. While hosting a visitor from out of town, Inez Christmas, he boasts that his wife keeps a place for everything. He explains finding a forgotten handkerchief in the bureau drawer with the baby's shirt folded atop it, saving him a match.
Acknowledge studies of asthma attacks keeping sufferers awake overnight. Authors claim Dr J D Kellogg's Asthma Remedy drives away attacks. Morning finds victims unfitted for business yet advised to consider the remedy to avoid continued suffering and lost productivity.
The late Father Walters named a humorous incident when a Methodist clergyman requested a subscription for a sidewalk fund. At first the Catholic priest balked saying he would not donate to a Methodist church. After a pause the Methodist offered a smaller sum to secure support for his own church.
Bishop Lewis of Foochow recounts a Chinese shop where five pounds of a tea cost two dollars and fifty cents while ten pounds cost seven dollars and fifty cents. The shopkeeper claims the pricing is logical: more bought, more rich, more can pay.
An old remedy marketed by A. T. Brown Druggist promises fast stomach relief within ten minutes. The formula includes glycerine and other ingredients, claimed to remove old waste and debloat the stomach, with notes of cheer and improved digestion.
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