Twenty Years Ago Notes From The Free Press
A batch of small notices reports eggs selling at 40c per dozen, Jonathan Lane purchasing the Yeoman’s property at Church and Willow, Norman Marshall home from the Depot Battalion draft, Robert Gibbons selling his Crewsons Corners farm to N W Wilkinson of the Toronto World, and James Matthews celebrating a diamond wedding with many friends calling.
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Jonathan Lane
Limehouse
Church and
Willow Streets
Yeoman
Norman Marshall
John Marshall
Depot Battalion
Toronto
Robert Gibbons
Acton
Crewsons Corners
N. W. Wilkinson
Toronto World
James Matthews
Prepare Farm Horses for Spring Work
A Dominion Animal Husbandman advises farmers to overhaul and tune horses for spring work. Start with a gradual switch to a medium grain ration and Timothy hay, with 10 to 12 pounds of grain daily before heavy work. Maintain water, grooming, teeth care, and proper shoeing as needed to boost energy and power.
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G.W. Muir
Dominion Animal Husbandman
Aged Acton historian remembers Sandy Mann and kin
A reminiscence recalls Sandy Mann’s life and family in Nassagaweya and Acton. It documents Donald, Anne, Jimmie, Maggie and Gordon siblings, the Mann farm in Nassagaweyn, the Gordon farm nearby, and relations through Peter and Eliza McDonald, with notes on descendants in Acton, Speyside, and Vancouver.
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Sandy Mann
Peter
Hugh
Ronald
Sandy
Acton Cross
Chan
Donald
Duncan McGregor
Peter McDonald
Hugh McDougall
Andy Murray
Cloverdale
Daughire
Uiem
Mia
Mann
Donny
Denny
Beanie
A. C. Campbell
Gandy, Jr
Hubert
Andy
Acton
Pergus
Eliza Mann
Nassagaweya
Lasby
MyYs. McDonald
Take Avenue
Strachan Croft
Jeanie
Mra
Patterson
Elzabeth
Anne
Waterloo
Jimmie
Vancouver
Nassagaweyn
Ronald Manning
Canada
Speyside
Allan
Margery Margery
Hob Nicklin
Edward Nicklin
West
Lucy Tushingham
George
Donald Peter
Ransom Adams
Ransom
Mr. Mann
John
Mr. Gordon
Cross Road
Scotland
Catharine
Bella
Maggie
Margery
Arthurs
Lexie
Alex
Mary
Melanae
James
Silk insulation process yields higher electrical resistance
The patent from Washington DC reveals a method to treat silk with dry steam to achieve 13 to 17 times greater insulation than ordinary silk. Silk fiber is heated to 150 F, exposed to 220 F dry steam for 30 minutes, then dried for use in insulation wraps for electrical instruments.
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Washington, DC
Alfred Cood Tits
Toronto
Dye Industry Cancer Link Traced to 1805 Onward
Historical records show cancer among dye workers rising to 33 times higher than other men by the early era of dye manufacture. By 1931 the United States saw the first aniline dye exposure alarms. Bladder cancer is common. inhaled dust and fumes drive entry via lungs and urinary tract with symptoms of hematuria and urinary pain.
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Germany
United States
America
United Hinten
Asis
Ashing Tales From a Kept Fisherman
A nostalgic note describes an old fashioned style of fishing and a location called Ashing where Mr Clarridge grants access to friends. The writer admits limited knowledge of current methods, reflects on changing days, and expresses appreciation for younger friends who share the hobby.
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Clarridge
Kingston and West Point Cadets Clash In Hockey Amity
Canadian and American military students meet for their annual hockey game at West Point. It is the 13th year of the series and the Americans have yet to win. The feature shows Kingston cadets paired with West Point hosts in candid moments around the grounds.
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Canada
United States
West Point
Burton Brown
Dunn Lantier
Kingston
Frank Devin
W. G. Holmes
George Spencer
Harvey Barnard
Preventive Measures Against Cancer Highlight Plant and Medical Control
The text discusses two preventive approaches to cancer incidence. Plant control uses closed manufacturing with exhaust ventilation to remove fumes, reportedly stopping new cases in German factories. Medical control includes quarterly urinalysis, annual examinations, and strict cleanliness to prevent cancer rather than cure it.
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Germany
Child Worries About Arithmetic Homework Sparks Witty Banter
A family exchange centers on Tommy's arithmetic homework as the father and mother spar over the child's worries. The mother defends the youngster's confusion while the father quips about fretwork, creating a light home moment.
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Tommy
Small Stakes Gambler Admits Tiny Wager Hobby
A light domestic exchange shows a wife chiding a husband for gambling with small stakes. He admits the habit, while she remarks it’s acceptable if the wagers fund meals. The dialogue captures a playful domestic moment.
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