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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
May 10, 1928
Page
3
The W C T U promotes temperance through school contests showing practical aims of their campaign for youth. Next Sunday blends Mother’s Day with Father’s Day, honoring both parents and their roles, recalling traditional reverence and asking time to turn back.
A Bracebridge firm ran a full page Friday and Saturday sale in The Bracebridge Gazette. The local dealer received extra stock from manufacturers, restocked by 2:30 pm, and sold out by supper. Some merchants doubt advertising impact.
The article explains seasonal rules requiring pets to be confined from May to September. Dogs and hens must be tied or penned to prevent outdoor activity while humans enjoy summer freedom. It notes hardware stores supply suitable wire and urges law-abiding citizens to enforce the canine and fowl confinement.
The Acton electorate voted 318 in favor of a by law creating a closed arena, with about 450 eligible voters participating. The majority supported the rink, rejected unfounded opposition, and urged unity to ensure the project advances for Acton’s youth and progress.
The piece notes a generally good mood about the election with surprises from both sides. It discusses preparing for sports attractions for a new arena project and details rapid elevator construction by the Manitoba Wheat Pool. It cites dairy factory totals in Canada and vehicle growth, including historical registration data, and quotes Shelburne Econom ist and Free Press debating MP pay versus tendered jobs.
Community brief reports Mary Rant visited Mm J Th Umlth. Mr John Tiiinle suffered a serious heart attack. Mrs J De Lelteh returned to Erin after wintering with Sherdnaughtera. Mr Shirley Birowner remains ill from illness but hopes for recovery. Miss Ariel Syndman from Toronto stayed with Mrs Chan Hi Smith. Mina Nynd Man leaves Winnipeg for Finn Flow Mining Co. Student in charge at All Bain s Wn Afglian Church heard news of success at Wycliffe College. Mr Downer spending week at Nazric home.
Norman Walker earns a second year degree with honors at O A C Cuslph. Dietitian at St Elizabeth Hospital Utica N Y visits Ronnie Place. Emery and Freeman families return from Florida wintering abroad. Rev Hercules BD Burwell of West China to preach at Trinity United Church. A E Noyes departs for Duffalo to be art director for Shea's Court Theatre. Ingersoll resident Mr Jackson visits Nisson and High School star Ormie Jackson at 5 Princess Street. Mrs Oscar Willams returns from Mayo Hospital Rochester MN with favorable progress.
Rev Dr Dickie and Alex Maclaren attended the Presbytery of Guelph meeting at Aberfoyle on Tuesday. Masons from Belleville and Bramptany visited last week for a district gathering. The town mourns the death of Mr Wm Huggins Jr. and extends sympathy to his family. Fire crews quelled a truck fire at the Credit paper mill. G T Coe of CN Rail marks 50 years on the payroll, 37 in active service, pensioned 13 years. friends wish him well.
Residents return from travels in Portland Ottawa and Toronto with updates on families and local events. A town dump fire drew smoke and odor for days while several residents relocate or recover from medical issues. A lighthearted exchange with a bricklayer highlights local weather fidelity and frugal timing.
A fragile marriage is described as the husband recalls early rough days. He wonders about his father in law and wealth while his wife comforts him. A sharp clue emerges with a police line about recognizing a suspect by a number.
A historical ad touts Moone's Emerald and a pharmacist’s prescription as swift remedies for terrible eczema and related skin diseases. It claims eruptions dry up in days and markets the product through drug stores and J. Hayward who can supply it.
A county column reports Milton Waterdown and area residents arriving in town to visit friends. Mentions include J Mandereon of Toronto, Miss Margaret News recovering at Guelph General Hospital, and Hugh Myers of Oakville spending Sunday at a friend’s home. Other notes reference visitors from Galt and Toronto and a Court Arrest listing.
Eastern Canada grain yields hinge on spring soil work and seed timing. Nappan Experimental Farm reports five year data: shallow spring plowing yields 83.3 bushels, spring disking 69.0, fall plowing 63.5, fall ripping 63.8. Quick, cheap bed preparation after land is ready improves results. fall plowing is advised on weedier ground, while a three inch depth with a harrow suits cleaner land. Experimental Farm Note.
A collection of brief quotations on theology morality and life from diverse thinkers. David, Coleridge, Cheterfeld, Bovee, Joubert, Van Dyke and Newton offer reflections on faith intellect manners and achievement. The excerpts illustrate contrasts between virtue and vice and urge living with courage and honesty.
The article explains moving chicks from incubator to brooders, stressing warmth above 100 degrees, careful handling to avoid chilling, and using flannel-lined baskets. It describes brooders, feeding onset at 30 to 40 hours, and initial hunger signs before feeding from mash or boards. It also covers litter, water, greens, and starter mixtures from experimental farm notes.
An English tramp steamer stoker, laden with grime and vice, encounters a dignified Black apple vendor on a Boston street. After tripping her basket, he expects scorn but she offers forgiveness and kindness. Moved, he returns money and vows reform, saying God bless you, mother, and promising never to do it again.
Notice to creditors of Isabella Maria Graham Inte of Acton village, died March 1928. They must send full names addresses and claim details to the solicitor. Administrators will distribute assets after June 1980 and are not liable for claims not received by then. Dated May 1028. James Chester Matthews Frank McIlthur Administrators. By Heon Palmer Acton Antigua.
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