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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
May 09, 1929
Page
7
Fragmentary religious verse about faith of mothers and living true to them. Repeated lines speak to enduring faith, devotion, and pledge to uphold moral guidance till death. Includes misspellings and archaic phrasing. lacks clear author or date.
Entries cover daily events from Friday to Thursday in a county area. Conversations include Mr. Gillem and family rides, spelling and grammar drills, engagements, and a Bible reading anecdote. Clara Gage rumors mix with Wellsworth family details and a trip mentioning Grant room in Washington DC.
A Western Canada observer describes the Empire Shopping Week movement as uniting Canadians from home to province under Empire solidarity. Patronage comes from Viscount Willingdon with Honorary President James Malcolm, plus a council of major national associations backing Empire production and consumption during the 35th Stay to tet June period.
A reader laments the sale of the old Methodist church at Crewsons Corners after decades of worship. The piece recalls pastors and lay leaders, the building’s role in the community, and Charlie Lambert as purchaser who plans to determine the premises' future.
A menu and recipe roundup covers muffins ham with gravy and duck, plus a feature on Health Promotion Week by Barbara D. Brooks. It outlines three diet classes, daily vegetables and fruit, milk use, and sample menus for breakfast lunch and dinner.
The designer treats the diagonal line as a Parisian-inspired feature for a tailored frock. The slim lines flatter the figure with a V shaped back bodice and front box pleat, using novelty wool, tweed, or crepe fabrics for various seasons.
A classic spectator outfit described for smart spring events. It features a six gore ciremac skirt with outside seam stitching and a tailored jumper blouse. Skirt and jumper can be silk crepe or silk knit, offering a simple, bordered fabric ensemble.
A Dominion Experimental Station study in Ontario calculates an average feed cost of rearing a heifer to freshening at 197.50 over 2 years 7.4 months. Milk prices are specified, labor and housing not charged, leaving at least 150.00 outlay before returns, with high producing dams emphasized as essential for profitability.
Early planting risks frost and poor germination. select hardy annuals like Calendula Candy tuft Coreopsis Eschscholtzia Larkspur Linaria Nasturtium Poppy Virginia Stock sweet pea for sowing in dry, cool soil. Tender annuals such as Gladiolus Dahlias require warmer soil and later planting after frost danger passes.
Tenders addressed to the Purchasing Agent Department of Public Works Ottawa will be received until 12 noon daylight saving May 20 1929 for coal supply to Dominion Building Ontario including Ottawa. Tender forms with specifications obtainable from offices in Ontario. The department reserves the right to require a deposit up to 10 percent to ensure contract fulfillment. By order S E O Brien Secretary.
An advertisement touts Dr. Southworths Uratabs as a simple inexpensive home treatment for bladder weakness and urethral irritation. The copy claims quick relief from burning irritation backaches and getting up nights, promising money back if not satisfied.
A fragmented notice invites numerous Toronto and Ontario residents to join a no fee “EU be There Club” with dates June 20 20 and July 1 to attend celebrations in Acton. The message asks members to confirm via Pree Porss and lists many named families from Toronto Detroit Guelph Hamilton Owen Sound and other places.
Letters urge the Sourd of Trade to stage a Made in Acton exhibit during the July 1 celebration. A large display in the town hall could showcase local goods, boost visitor interest, and portray Acton’s ongoing prosperity to both new and returning guests. The writer suggests simple to elaborate displays in shop windows with Made In Acton tags and stresses the exhibit as a rallying point for Acton’s future.
An advertisement touts Moose's Brand Oil as a powerful penetrating remedy for eczema and skin diseases. It claims rapid relief after one application and full confidence in long term results, with a money back promise if not satisfied.
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