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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
May 10, 1928
Page
9
A nostalgic monologue in dialect recalls childhood games, community scraps, and family moments. The speaker reflects on his mother’s care, school days, and the kindness of neighbors as he imagines growing up. The piece centers on memory, affection, and the desire to become a better man.
A barefoot girl pleads for her mother in a rural shop. The storekeeper fills a bag with beans and soap, then soap, matches, and finally candy as the girl adds requests one by one. A penny finally pays for a small treat.
An anecdote about General Nicolls renowned as brave and scarred in war. He narrates a hotel room joke with a Negro servant Bam who pretends to remove limbs and an eye, ending with the general insisting on taking his head. The tale closes praising the man who jokes about sacrifices for any cause.
A nostalgic piece recalls The Old Home Far Away with memories of a mother in a worn chair and fragrant garden, then shifts to a town store, its aging shelves, and the impact of house cleaning on business and old friendships. It notes a nephew manager in Toronto and a grandson discovering a family business stamp.
A dialogue recounts how in earlier times the community sold liquor in general stores and taverns. John explains family shifts toward prohibition after realizing liquor’s temptations. the tale traces origins to mid-1800s commerce and the move to ban alcohol in the household and local shops.
An incandescent couple argues over a strike that grips their household. The husband seeks arbitration for a fair settlement while the wife refuses to concede raising tensions with neighbors and a lingering pantry blockade. Lucy Ellen's troubled life frames a harsher note on resilience.
A dispute over a life size enlarged photograph of a husband leads Mrs. Hunter to reject a delivery. The agent insists the product was ordered by a neighbor and argues the piece is a harmless sample. tension rises as the man refuses to take back the image.
Officials of Salada Tea Company in Toronto deny a report from Canadian High Commissioner in London Peter Larkin that the company is for sale. Larkin says there are many offers but neither he nor his son would part with the business. Gerald H. Larkin, president, notes Salada is a large world tea firm with North American reach and long history, stressing commitment to the company.
Fragmented reminiscence recalling 1073 Actan municipal council history and local narrator comments. mentions old-timers, transformation at a HO store, sugar discussion, and a nostalgic look at past measures and habits.
A weary traveler during a blizzard stops at a remote Canadian West cabin. The hostess laments lack of meat but offers bread and tea and later prairie fowl. The guest praises the supper, noting the coffee, cream, butter, and cooking quality despite earlier scruples about hospitality.
A fragmentary moral about resisting temptation through purposeful work. It argues idleness invites envy and vice, while steady labor protects the mind and body. A noted adage suggests disciplined effort over fleeting impulses saves souls and time.
Rescuers recount the moment they informed Milton Smith of his wife's death and sent a messenger to break the news without alarming her. At the door the message backfired as the widow insisted she is not a widow, prompting the messenger to press for confirmation with a bold query.
Laura Knight, an artist, recounts a story of three roads and a traveler asking for directions. A white man asks about the correct path, while a Black man at each fork professes ignorance, saying he does not know which way to go. The tale ends with the traveler noting the Mary that is lost.
A promotional note compares Cromwell era prices with today noting ten quality goods cost less than thirty dollars per pound in old times, while Red Rose Orange Pekos offer higher value. It highlights clean bright aluminum packaging and superior quality for a modest price.
A noted chemist markets Syrol Tablets claimed to relieve bladder and urinary weakness with a two week supply in each sealed package. The ad promises a binding money back guarantee if not satisfied after first box and invites readers to try the treatment at once with little risk.
An old advertisement touts Dr Bouthworths URATABS as quick relief for bladder and kidney troubles in midlife adults. It pledges satisfaction or money back and describes symptoms like frequent urination and disturbed sleep to urge readers to buy.
A government style notice by WALNE Ruel Commissioner outlines Alberta coal grades and suggested usage for furnaces. It explains burn qualities, sizing ranges from axe to four inch, and emphasizes proper draft and venting to optimize combustion and coal efficiency.
A dialectical exchange reveals strain in daily life as a speaker explains a paralyzed stroke and the difficulty of making ends meet amid hardship. The dialogue uses phonetic spelling to convey regional speech and social pressure.
A fashion note describes a new two piece circular mic frock with a V shaped front cutaway creating a flared silhouette. Embroidery outlines the garment and a smart finched collar trims the neck. Medium size uses 47 yards of 30 inch material.
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