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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Mar 14, 1918
Page
4
An odd fragment reports a woman accusing a seventh husband of faking letters about a clairvoyant's friend who knows when the war ends. The text references a Cuban thread and a colored man in a speculative anecdote, with mentions of testing a claim about a well known female.
A Georgia committee urged farmers to view field work as patriotic service to the nation. The flag on the plow symbolized contributing to the war effort and elevating labor to a noble cause. The idea extended beyond farming to a religious framing of work as serving God and community.
Dizzy spells and fainting episodes warn of a seriously weakened heart and nerves. Milburn’s Heart and Nervo Pills are promoted as strengthens and nerve invigoration. Emil Brooks of Upper GHB reports relief after two boxes and endorses the remedy. Sold for 50 cents per box by The Milburn Co. Limited, Toronto.
A collection of quirky excerpts recounts a parrot like reply to endless questions and a worm exterminator praised by mothers. It also describes a Michaelmas dolly in a garden and a domestic scene where Mary learns manners from her mother and father in a busily narrated day.
The piece argues the typewriter enhances learning by encouraging writing and expression. It notes its value for education at all levels and its rise as a universal tool for business and homes, while acknowledging handwriting limits that hinder clear communication for many educated individuals.
A vintage testimonial ad claims Bardack Blood Bit eases indigestion and stomach distress. Wem. C. Smith of Marshville Ontario and Ther. Miller of Toronto share praise, while the copy warns the product is not medicine and costs a small price.
The article explains why wheels appear to move backward or stall in films shot at about twenty frames per second. It notes that the eye interprets successive still images, and when spokes land between frames the illusion shifts. The piece argues the term motion picture is a misnomer since individual frames do not show true motion.
A promotional pitch urges young people to repay kindness and avoid debt. It extols paying promptly as lightening obligations and notes repeated favors will be returned in kind. It touts Det J D Kellogg asthma remedy as a miracle relief improving breathing and clearing bronchial tubes at a fair price.
A vintage ad style fragment proclaims Fletcher's Castoria relieves children's stomach issues without castor oil. It touts Millora Worm Powder as already thorough and palatable to kids, claiming one dose curbs stomach and bowel trouble and repels parasites.
The passage urges maintaining diligent work habits when employed by others. Sloppiness undermines potential for owning a business and hinders success against competitors. Regardless of position or pay, one should give their best effort and produce quality work.
An old advertisement touts Dr Wood's Norway Pine Syrup as a cure for hacking coughs with bold claims. The copy notes quick relief and eventual cure even after other remedies fail, mentions yellow wrappers and price 25 or 50 cents, and cites The T Milburn Co Limited Toronto as the maker.
A garbled conversation discusses a new gown style with comments on individuality in women's dress. The speaker notes a gown cut in a modern way and questions how much “lead dreny” and “much” indicate personal style, while a girl remarks on observed individuality in dreams.
Miss A Windoor of Peterboro writes of four years of head pain and shoulder pain. She credits Milburns Laxa Liver Pills with curing her illness and restoring strength after using three vials. The company promotes Milburns Lax a Liver Pills as a liver remedy available at dealers or by mail from The T Milburn Co Limited Toronto Ontario.
A winter and summer remedy claims universal usefulness in all latitudes and climates. The Par meleo vegetable pills are said to stay fresh and strong without starching or spoiling, making them a reliable companion for travelers and the sick.
Robbie learns from a teacher that a straight line never needs straightening. He applies the idea to truth telling, deciding to do things right the first time to avoid later corrections and progress better in life.
A legendary scene unfolds in Rome as Buffalo Bill leads his Wild West troupe into the Colosseum at midnight. Cowboys ride the arena floor, tipping hats to ancient martyrs while a watching diplomat notes Sioux riders among Bill’s party, praising him as a civilizer.
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