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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Mar 12, 1925
Page
4
A fragment from a poem reflects a parent’s prayer to tuck a baby into sleep. Lines contemplate innocence, fate, and the duty to guard a child’s future while invoking divine care. The verse blends reverent imagery with questions about protection, guidance, and the meaning of parenthood.
An article asserts water is essential for health and waste removal. It argues drinking plenty of pure water supports digestion, prevents headaches and fatigue, and clarifies that water alone does not cause obesity but aids fat reduction through better digestion.
A reflective essay argues that true spiritual uplift comes from communal worship beyond sermons, with shared prayers and praises. It contrasts solitary moments of rapture with the need for collective worship to reform morals and lift society, citing a reform mayor who resisted graft by confessing his daily sins.
An elderly traveler crosses a chasm and builds a bridge for future steps, a parable echoed by local reflections on legacy. The piece recalls Acton doctors and their shared virtues, from Dr. John F to Dr. Forster, highlighting professional care, generosity, and the duties of medical practice across generations.
The piece argues that June peaks in contests across athletics oratory literature and studies but true worth lies after victory. It stresses that lasting value comes from daily effort during work and leisure, and from how a student uses vacation time to grow. A champion or valedictorian must show consistent personal development beyond trophies.
The council approved a budget plan including a monthly payment of 23 507 for 20 years and a maintenance cost of 149 79 for tire services. Walter Shuth and others received tax and waterworks related appointments. Be McCannah and A L Thurston were named collectors with salaries of 2650, while O Neill and Mina A Co entries engage with Mrs Shelby in Detroit. Rev Dr Dickie settles in Georgetown at Mrs Joseph Thompson’s home.
A deputation urged appointing a permanent police officer to serve the town full time. A petition supported by business interests and organizations was presented. Also discussed was appointing a Police Magistrate, and W H Stewart was named the town’s representative to the High School Board, citing his educational experience.
The piece urges young people to start their careers anew tomorrow with energy and focus. It stresses leaving behind past dating or distractions and approaching the new start as untouched, uncharted, and full of opportunity to demonstrate ability.
A northern Indiana farmer gives a calm reply as Mayor Shanit recounts a stop on a trip near Bass Lake. The farmer notes his contentment with farming, family, and work, saying politics or worries are not needed to be happy.
A sixteen year old girl in Bfigsourt won the state spelling contest. Three years earlier she won a ten dollar gold piece in a county contest, invested it in a calf that became a sixty dollar cow, which has a ten dollar calf of its own.
Erin residents report Eugène Crogby purchasing F H Arncott’s butcher shop with possession slated for Monday. The town notes a series of local items including a finger injury, a union prayer meeting, a four act drama screening, church voting results, a golden wedding anniversary, and a stock judging team advancing to a provincial contest.
Mortgage sale under a Bowers of Sale mortgage to be held at Lasbys Station Hotel Acton Ontario on Saturday March at 2 pm by R J Karr auctioneer. Property occupied by Charles Laven in Enquesing Township Halton County comprising about 100 acres of Lot 24 fourth concession north of the Grand Trunk Railway. Excludes small parcel conveyed by instrument 1820 L. Farm includes a dwelling and farm buildings on Toronto Guelph Radial line. Sale subject to reserve bid. Ten percent down, balance in 30 days. Notice dated February 27 1925 by Harry W Page solicitor.
Public auction at Stop 68 Radial Chinguacousy on March 19 at 1 pm lists horses cattle pigs hens and farm implements. Items include Peter Hamilton binder cockshutt equipment Massey Harris gear hay grain and household items with 200 bushels of hay and 10 bags of straw. Cash under 15 dollars and credit on approved notes. farm sold. additional Shorthorns will be offered with calves and cattle.
The Duke of Richelieu scolded his university student son for tightfistedness. After learning the son had twenty francs left, the father sent the money to his servant and urged the youth to be more generous, praising a thoughtful fatherly example.
The Glasgow Herald repeats an anecdote about Doctor Somerville a Presbyterian minister from Ginagow. He walked three miles to Dunipace to preach and would awaken villagers with loud knocks at cottage doors. He once swapped boots with a quarryman saying mine are good enough for you to hear and yours for me to preach in.
A traveler in western Ireland seeks amusement at a local’s expense. The guide responds with wry humor about distant views and the idea of spotting America, emphasizing modest expectations and cultural exchange.
Five aircraft carried by a French officer completed a two day flight across the Sahara covering more than five hundred miles without escort. They used fuel and supplies gathered along the route. the journey, viewed as a peacetime proof of aviation, contrasts with slower desert travel and underscores strategic value in distant lands.
Psychologists note that everyone has untapped strength we seldom use. In a recent fire a frail looking girl carried her bed-ridden mother to safety, showing powers beyond ordinary limits. The mind and body reveal great abilities under extreme need.
The fragment recalls Wordsworth wandering Rydal and Westmoreland lanes reciting poetry. Villagers joked he was a bit daft as he polished his verses along the lake shore, the tale ending with a quip about him “broken loose again.”
The London Tatler recounts a Lancashire man visiting a London restaurant and ordering two boiled lobsters. One arrived missing a claw provoking a joke about the lobsters being pugnacious and fighting, while the patron seeks a winner.
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