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Newspaper

Acton Free Press

Location

Acton, Ontario, Canada

Date

May 09, 1918

Page

9

Oceanic Exchange and Eastern Canada Visit Observed

A fragmentary recount of cross border meetings and observations in Canada and the United States. The piece mentions travel to Washington, Canadian clubs, and discussions about sea-water curiosity and professional visits, with references to legal offices and conversations among acquaintances.

Acton Art Ontario United States Canada America Puzsledt North Americ Agile Wallilington Ncc All America Thos Gray Washington Omico Canadham Ho Adda Lego Mill Street Ay Smith J. MiPail Toronto Star

Vermifuge Promises Relief for Wormy Children

Wao and experienced mothers know Who there children are troubled with worm and lowe ae Cine do apply for Mullers Wort Mandern, the most af fective vermifiage that can be used. Tea the mont ruity worthy of worm exteriningtory, with healthy growth and comfort for the child.

Curious Cow With High Milk Output Draws Attention

An eight year old grade cow near Woedatuck freshened last November produced 13 092 pounds of milk with an average over 2 2 and a 4 pound daily yield. The owner questions why more farmers do not weigh their cattle and track individual performance. Dairy Division Ottawa offers free record forms to help owners learn each cow’s actual production.

Woedatuck Curieuu Advius Ottawa

Ackerman Tours Britain Study of War Time Social Policy

New York figure Frederick A L Ackerman visited England to study wartime social measures for workers. The British Government emphasized adequate housing and living conditions, with communities supporting schools churches and markets. The report notes a strong standard of living and foresight for postwar needs amid labor shortages and social reforms.

Frederick AL. Ackerman New York England Britain Sta Hoanya Eluba Umttuah Ghoroughnesa

Castoria Ad Claims and Power Predictions

An old advertisement touts Fletcher’s Castoria with a crying child warning and mentions Mother Graves’ Worm Exterminator. The text then shifts to a discussion of hydro electric power and its potential to spur a global industrial shift, predicting Canada’s bright future as water power expands and industries seek abundant energy.

Canada

Ten Years of Asthma Remedy Gains Market Fame

A historical notice proclaims a asthma remedy by Dr. J. D. Kollogsg’e as the only reliable cure confirmed after a decade of trials. It is said to have earned lasting recognition for its striking effectiveness and broad availability, bringing hope to sufferers.

J. D. Kollogsg Dr. Thomas Burma

Economic Might of the United States During War Era

A Philadelphia Public Ledger inspired comparison shows the U S population wealth and production dwarfs the Central Powers including Germany Austria Turkey and Bulgaria. It notes U S steel output and mineral yields surpass the combined Central Powers while war effort spreads across farms and industry.

Ug Alout Teutonia Thalr Coon India Alliox United States Kalner American Farma Germany Austria Turkey Bulgaria Germania League Philadelphia Public Ledger

Family Turmoil Over Piano Playing At Supper Table

Timson endures a quiet scene as a young Pudwiddle plays piano after supper. Marla quietly pleads, while Timson warns, then retires to bed. Maria reveals Pudwiddle's affection for their home, prompting Timson to demand silence.

Timson Fudwiddoe Bud Maria Homo Imine Chicago Herald

Upholding Fathers Watch Over Wayward Sons

A sermon excerpt warns that a father’s example shapes a boy. A pastor answers with a proverb about training a child in the right path, echoing Dr. Thompson on moral duty and the peril of poor parental conduct on offspring.

Thia Thompson

Unclear OCR excerpt shows dialogue and slang terms

Fragmentary text features pasted speech with regional dialect and unclear narrative. Readable bits mention buying papers and a boy, seemingly dialogic exchange, but no coherent event, names, dates, or locations emerge.

Electrification of steam railways could curb coal use

A discussion cites J W Eliot on electrified railways reducing coal needed for power, boosting track capacity by 60 percent and easing coal shortages. It notes Canada’s rails consume about 9 million tons of coal yearly, with electrification offering fuel savings and efficiency gains. Also mentions Parmalone Pill as a fever and ague remedy.

Lorne Ateam Ayen Pn. Bani Clenry Amrican Instituen Ageneia Ateam Railwaya Railways of Canada

Fathers and sons in wartime moral reflection

A wartime essay reflects on fathers bearing sorrow as sons go to war. It contrasts a father’s pride with dread, noting a father’s role in guiding and redeeming his son’s future, and the transformation of family life as war alters every hope and dream.

Whardson Wright Faldler Red Cross Father Noeds

Crop rotation and manures boost garden yields

A guide explains rotating crops with manure to improve soil for cabbages and roots. It notes nitrogen from beans clover lucerne enriches soil, while potash supports root crops and phosphates aid maturity. Lucerne also introduces atmospheric nitrogen via roots and legumes.

Farmory

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