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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
May 10, 1928
Page
10
The W C T U posters and essays show temperance teaching among schoolchildren. Next Sunday combines Mother’s Day and Father’s Day, honoring both parents and noting a mother at home supports a husband facing life’s temptations. A nostalgic poem pleads for mother’s return to childhood.
The Free Press notes a trend of young people leaving cities for country towns seeking broader apprenticeship and personal growth. A Toronto applicant cites desire for advancement on a smaller paper, while advocates argue country work fosters individual development and broader skills. Transportation and routine city life dampen urban appeal.
The Bracebridge Gazette notes a slow week for business yet a full page Friday and Saturday sale advertisement from manufacturers spurred a rapid local sellout. The local dealer received a second supply by 2:30 PM and sold out by supper time. Some merchants doubt advertising impact.
The piece explains seasonal confinement for town animals during warmer months. Hens and dogs are to be restricted May 5 to September 15 to keep neighbors peaceful. Citizens are urged to observe these laws, while pet owners seek permissible cats and children as allowed under existing rules.
Acton voters approve the rink project with 318 ballots cast from about 450 eligible property owners and a two to one majority. The decision honors informed inquiries and reflects Acton’s progressive stance while urging unity and support for the venture’s success.
Editorial notes discuss election reflections and upcoming arena plans for a development project. It highlights rapid elevator construction by the Manitoba Wheat Pool, growth in dairy factories across Canada, and motor vehicle proliferation with 1 million on the road and 220 in 1903. It ends with a quoted critique on members’ pay versus tendering jobs.
The note lists various local mentions such as Mary Rant visiting with her cousin and updates on residents like Mr John Tinnle recovering from a heart attack. It also mentions Mrs J De Lelteh returning to Erin, Mr Shirley Browner’s continued recovery, Ariel Hyndman visiting from Toronto, Mina Nynda Man moving to Winnipeg for a job with Finn Flon Mining Co, and a student in charge at All Bait Church passing exams at Wycliffe College.
Norman Walker earns second year degree with honors at O.A.C. Cuslph Mass des Borden dietitian at St Elizabeth Hospital Utica visits Bonnie Plane. Emery and Preeman families return from Florida. Rev Hercules Burwell West China to preach at Trinity United Church. A. E. Noyes to art direct Shea's Court Theatre Buffalo. Ingersoll resident Jackson Sr. visits Nisson. Ormie Jackson High School star at 5 Princess Street. Mrs Oscar Williams home from Mayo Hospital Rochester MN progress favorable.
Rev Dr Dickie and Alex Maclaren attended a presbytery meeting at Aberfoyle. Marlon Bramptany and others visited Iran inthets Conran Sunday. Sympathy extended to Mr and Mrs Wm Huggins on the death of their son. E Y Barraclough Kirk Major Grant and J B Wallace attended a Masonic district meeting in Belleville. A fire damaged a truck at the Credit paper mill. G T Coe of the CN RY marks 50 years on the payroll and 37 in active service with 13 years on pension, wished well by friends.
Oarville Donald A. Smith returns from Portland. Mowat attends Toronto justice funeral. Mills Gladys Cross comes from Ottawa with Mrs. Cross staying. Mr and Mrs Donovan return from Toronto wintering in Oakville. Rev and Mrs Grout occupy their Oakville home after Toronto winter. Dr and Mrs Butler back from Penticton. climate praised in Okanagan. Town dump fire raises nauseating smoke. Rev J D Cameron moves from Port Hope to Oakville. Alfred Whitaker operated on at Hamilton General. prognosis good. Dudley Chisholm vacationing with town parents. Mrs W Grinham visits. Bricklayer humor notes need to save for a rainy day.
A newlywed couple struggle with finances and home stability as the husband worries about not starving and his wife notes his worsening eyesight. The piece also mentions a cop and a clue, with a stray line about recognizing a laugh.
An old advertisement touts Terrible Eczema treatment claiming rapid relief and skin healing. It promotes Moone's Emerald or the original bath product, sold by J. Howard at drug stores, with promises of safe use and cure for skin ailments.
A roundup of visits from Waterdown Toronto Oshawa and Guelph reflecting social ties. Notable mentions include J Manderton reconnecting with Milton friends and Miss Margaret Reans recovering post operation at Guelph General Hospital. Local residents send best wishes for a speedy recovery.
Eastern Canada grain yields hinge on spring seedbed timing and cost of production. Five year Nappan Experimental Farm study compares spring plowed shallow plots, spring dished plots, fall plowed plots, and autumn-planted plots, showing lowest cost and highest yield from early spring plowing with shallow depth and rapid seedbed preparation.
A collection of aphorisms and quotes from Luthier Tyron Edwards Coleridge and others on theology politics manners and immortality. Notable lines include Newton on discovery patience and the value of praise for the diffident and powerful.
Instructions from the Central Experimental Farm on moving newly hatched chicks from incubators to brooders, maintaining heat above 100 degrees, and avoiding chilling. Details include using a flannel-lined basket, monitoring comfort by sound, confining chicks near heat, delaying feeding until 30 to 48 hours old, and introducing mash, water, and milk. Feeding schedules suggest five daily feedings early on, with gradual addition of greens and scratch grain.
An English tramp steamer arrives in Boston. A grimy stoker confronts a dignified black woman with apples. She forgives him with quiet kindness, moving him to give back silver and vow improvement, leaving onlookers stunned. The scene ends with his blessing and pledge.
Creditors of Isabella Maria Graham of Acton must send full names addresses and claim details to the undersigned solicitor. Administrators will distribute the estate on June 19th 1928 and are not liable for forgotten claims. Dated May 1928 James Chester Matthews Prank McAllthur Administrators by Heon Palmer Acton.
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