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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
May 17, 1928
Page
8
Poetic reminiscence by Minnie Leona Upton describing a journey by car and a walk through nature. The speaker contrasts moving along a city street with scenes of green trees, a squirrel, rain, and a blue sky, expressing wonder at the world and a preference for lingering over the moment.
A father and son discuss how thinking works and how memories are stored like a filing cabinet. The exchange blends science fiction vibe with ordinary memory anecdotes and a reflection on remembering people from school days.
A bustling family morning at Mrs. Meade's house becomes a comic rush of coffee cocoa and eggs as windmills of duty and Don Quixote schemes collide with Aunt America's pragmatism. Mia Meade faces a dramatic family crisis and learns a lesson about courage and self sacrifice.
An editorial extols proper burial as a sacred duty and praises AM Mitchell undertakers of Guelph located at 9 Douglas Street. It highlights compassionate, modern service, attentive detail, and reasonable prices with reassurance during loss. Guelph readers are urged to choose trusted funeral care in times of need.
A feature on Fine & Elkin a premier clothing house in Guelph highlighting its stylish suits women and men shop stock at reasonable prices. The article notes quality fabrics fittings and service with a commitment to fashionable patterns and durable value for local residents.
A historical tale recounts Stephen Girard’s tough tiptoeing through donors at Girard College. Samuel Coats, a Quaker manager, negotiates a large donation with wit, then Girard learns a lesson in giving.
A 4000 year old bread from a middle kingdom tomb in Egypt is on display at Field Museum. Egyptologist James Breasted of the University of Chicago originates the exhibit scene and notes the bread’s purpose for the afterlife. The article links ancient baking to modern methods at Guelph Bakery and Acton Co operative deliveries, promoting their bread.
A report from Candia and Prades Con mlavoner Harrison Watson notes Canada leads global egg consumption per capita, with about 10 997 eggs per person per year. It contrasts with the United States 100 and other nations, highlighting Ottawa’s agriculture support and rising poultry farming in the UK postwar.
Advert says Gyrol Tablets relieve insomnia and bladder weakness including irritation burning backache and nervousness. Claims a two week supply and quick relief from prostate and urinary tract issues with a money back guarantee. Sold by druggists.
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