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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
May 21, 1925
Page
4
A poem by Nancy Byrd Turner features a student’s boastful plan to explore rivers and geography through travel and fishing. The speaker imagines barefoot strides through eight furlongs per mile, calling attention to rivers like the Rhone Rhine and Amazon while anticipating the end of school and a “solemn row.” The verse contrasts study with adventurous escape and ends with the promise to “Go.”
A minister urges Jack Graham to endure adversity and emulate Demosthenes Helen Keller and others who defied limiting obstacles. He argues true defeat only comes when one gives up, citing Waterloo and persistence as a path to victory. The young man gathers resolve, vowing to trample obstacles and continue fighting.
Mrs. Bristow endures the endless strain of bills and worry over a growing family. She discovers a sincere letter from Molly offering to forgo a dress to ease costs, prompting her to reflect on her harsh, ungrateful temper and that a daughter’s note brings solace amid hardship.
Nora Wain cites a village custom where a debtor must carry a lit lantern in public until debts are paid. The piece notes Chinese New Year began but the debtor’s “new year” has not dawned until settlement occurs.
reminiscences on Acton streets and the old Shook lawn with spruces felled, recalling generations of residents and the town’s history. The piece blends nostalgia for Dr Shook and Smith families, local houses, and a memorial tone toward aging landmarks. It also touches on Queen Victoria and Queen Elizabeth’s influence on Canadian memory and values.
A Western Front correspondent recalls a miserable night in Belgium where a Welsh singer in a German trench performs a sequence of Welsh ballads. No shots are fired during the concert, leading to a wartime pact to halt fighting until dawn. The moment lifts morale amid the trench warfare gloom.
A fragment recalls schoolboys in earlier days shouting a threat to a queen’s birthday holiday. The line “The 24th of May to the Queen's birthday” is noted as a fearful boast rather than a song, reflecting tensions over holidays in school life.
A collage of quotes on faith culture and virtue from Azarias Montfort Carlyle Epictetus Dockar Kingsley Fuller and others. It reflects on religion shaping civilization and daily living with admonitions against advert misprints and the value of contentment.
A fashion blurb describes a plaid flannel frock with a belt and buttoned trim. It notes straight front and back seams with attached bands of plain flannel, a left shoulder closure, and a two piece collar. Yardage given: medium size requires 2 1/2 yards plaid and 1/2 yard plain four inch flannel.
In a drought era Ald Society members vent worries about crops but Mrs Bennett shares a calming tale. An aged aunt advises not fretting since the world’s provisions rarely fail, saying if no peaches they will have pun kin. The circle accepts the wisdom and repeats the motto.
In London two American indies hear Ada the landlady’s daughter engaged though Halbert’s status exceeds hers. Mrs Knight scatters advice about how Ada should say owe as they practice a quirky vow to honor Halbert, debating how to pronounce the oath in ever new inflections.
Acton residents report on the East Acton Musical and Dramatic Society season end, a rummage sale at Priory Schools, a court summons dismissal for Thomas Parke, and multiple community happenings. Attendees include the mayor, local engineers, and ministers with plans for St Saviour’s opening and Princess Mary’s visit.
A preacher praises Bishop William Burt for his good humor and resignation in all meals and hardships. He recalls a Wilbraham Academy tale where a child described each family member’s favorite dish, shaping Burt’s understanding that people like what they lack.
A vivid scene at the Pacific East End Cattle Market in Montreal shows English bound livestock, Western steers led by manager J H Pierpont, and Canadian exporters preparing 28% head for Britain. The 12 year old market handles cattle sheep hogs and more with government inspection and modern facilities.
Mike notices a black edged envelope arriving by post and fears bad news. The postman confirms the message is sad, revealing Pat is dead as indicated by the handwriting.
A late arriving pupil faces a scolding and is asked to write on punctuality. She responds with a wry line that punctuality means knowing where to make stops after a brief but pointed bout of reflection.
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