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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Nov 01, 1917
Page
5
A wounded soldier yearns to escape the brutal trenches and war for one night. He imagines home in Canada, longing for his mother, father, and peaceful life, dreaming of returning to kin and familiar comforts away from shellfire and danger.
Letter to the editor argues that prohibition does not doom workers in liquor, citing data on wage earners per investment in several industries and urging job transitions rather than job loss. The writer recalls quotes from J. H. Haslewood and defends industry employment figures amid policy change.
The tale recounts Hans Christian Andersen born in Odense Denmark, his poverty, early writing attempts, move to Copenhagen, his struggle with spelling, and eventual acclaim. It notes patrons funding his education, his fairy tales winning recognition, friendships with notable figures like Thorvaldsen, and a bronze statue in Copenhagen after his death in 1875.
Bayfield Ontario reader shares relief from a severe cold and cough after using Dr Think ite pills and Dr Wood's Pine Syrup. She notes a neighbor with bronchitis improved after trying Dr Wood's remedy, sold in yellow wrappers at 25 and 50 cents. Miller's Worm Powders advertised as parasite treatment and overall health aid.
A playful quiz listing berries that end with berry. Each clue resolves to a berry name like Huckleberry Dewberry Hollyberry Blueberry Gooseberry Strawberry and others, with humorous or misspelled entries included.
A New Castle Indiana reader testifying to relief from long term headaches backaches and monthly pains after using Lydia E. Pinkham Vegetable Compound. Also mentions Dr Kellogg's Asthma Remedy promising relief and permanent care with inhaled use. Public notice urges confidential advice from Lydia E Pinkham Medicine Co Lynn Mass.
The oddly phrased notice describes a wedding rice tradition gone awry with rice scattered across sidewalks and gutters. It mentions many in France would be grateful for the excess rice, while oddly noting no harm done to the bride and groom.
Dr. Thomas Eclecting OU widens his circle of friends from unlikely western and far away states. Iv deserves attention for aiding humanity. Its moderate cost makes it easy to obtain.
A recap of midweek items notes a hunger for relief in Taranto and a German plan against India, while Chicago hosts a trial. Reports cover cattle shipments to Kansas City stockyards, honors for Geert Hynia, and tributes to Rev Dr Griffin. News spans cabinet shifts, military service acts, dairy export debates, and battlefield actions in Bruges and France.
The text praises Farmeloo a Varo table Pilla as a stomach regulator developed from vegetable compounds. It claims long study, special preparation, and faultless character. Years of use supposedly prove its excellent reputation and continued trust for the pills.
Fragmentary text describes a late meal where Avnimple confronts a partner amid odd exchanges. The scene suggests humor or miscommunication and mentions Afr Sleepleton and a child troubled by worms in a graveyard setting.
Mixed dispatches report conscription issues in Canada and debates between American government and French officials over unity for France. Bombing losses include a naval steamer sunk and cargo ships damaged. Greater Red Cross fundraising in Britain and Canada totals emerge alongside warnings on medical boards and wartime exemptions.
A longtime sufferer recalls near fainting from kidney trouble and credits Doan's Kidney Pills with relief after trying various remedies. The testimonial notes improvement after using four boxes, mentioning a Maple Leaf endorsement and distribution details.
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