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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
May 21, 1925
Page
10
The poem by Nancy Byrd Turner reflects a playful view of geography and arithmetic through school memories. A line recalls rivers like the Rhone and Rhine but centers on a favorite fishing spot and the moment school ends, followed by a triumphant shout to go.
A minister counsels a defiant youth Jack Graham to persist through every barrier by recalling Demosthenes Keller and Waterloo. He argues true defeat only comes when a man gives up while the boy vows to trample obstacles and keep fighting.
Morning bills pile up for Mrs Bristow as the Bristow family handles a tight budget. A note from Molly offers comfort and sacrifice, prompting Mrs Bristow to reflect on her daughters and the weight of endless strain.
Nora Wain explains in a magazine piece that in a village of workers a debtor must carry a lit lantern in full daylight to show debt is unpaid. The practice signals creditors and the debtor’s stalled New Year until debts are settled, even as Chinese New Year begins.
A reminiscence column recounts the loss of old spruces beside Dr. Shook’s lawn in Acton and memories of the Shook, Smith, and Beardmore families. The writer recalls local figures, historic homes, and the Queen’s influence, ending with a folk poem about a hoped nod from the Queen.
A soldier's letter from Belgium describes a night in rain soaked trenches where a Welsh tenor sang "Hobderi dando" and "Mentra Gwen" to a German trench. The sound of applause united foes as they agreed not to fire until daybreak after a third song "Hen Wlad Fy Nhadau."
A fragment recalls a fearful threat heard by schoolboys who vowed to run away if a holiday was not granted. The lines reference a May 24th date tied to the Queen’s birthday and a dramatic chant from bygone schooldays.
A collage of proverbs and quotations on religion civility and virtue from Azarias Montfort Carlyle Epictetus Dockar Boardman Kingsley Fuller and an advertisement misprint. The piece reflects moral instruction and the claim that church life shapes present living beyond future salvation.
Fashion guidance describes plaid flannel frocks with belted style and button trim. It notes straight front and back bands, a left shoulder closing, and a two piece collar. For a medium size the fabric required is given as plaid two and a half yards and plain fabric a quarter yard.
An Ald Society meeting hears Mrs Bennett recounts a farming crisis and her aunt's line peach trees may fail yet pumpkins will feed us. She recalls eighty years of survival and the philosophy that if peaches vanish, pumpkins will still provide. The group laughs as the president notes the saying peaches or pumpkins.
In London a landlady’s daughter Ada becomes engaged to Halbert, a match above her station. Miscommunication and family pressure drive Ada to tears as she frets over debt, vows, and the sound of the word “owe” which her mother lectures her to say correctly.
Community items from Acton England cover society meetings rummage sales and council actions. Reports include school plans for a 200 pupil Acton school, a charity matinee for pensions, and a forthcoming Princess Mary visit to Oak Road Institute opening.
A preacher compliments Bishop William Burt on his habit of good humor and resignation at meals. Burt recalls learning from a child at Wilbraham Academy about speaking kindly, recounting a anecdote of a chronic growler father and a clever remark by a girl named Nancy.
A Canada market scene at Montreal shows Western steers and hogs prepared for export to England. J H Pierpont, market manager, notes capacity for 14 000 animals and modern facilities including a 1000-guest pen and abattoir. Some cattle destined for Wembley and London markets.
Mike in his potato patch spots a postman with a black edged envelope. He fears bad news as he recognizes his brother Pat’s handwriting and learns Pat is dead.
A late girl at school was sent to write on punctuality. After a quarter hour she produced a witty line: punctuality is knowing where to make stops.
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