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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Nov 05, 1925
Page
9
Deacon Baldwin Leads choir through organ rededication
In Hillsboro the old Deacon Baldwin, who served as choir leader for decades, adapts as the church modernizes with a new pipe organ. His granddaughter returns from Boston to play, inspiring renewed vigor as the community honors three generations of musical service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Old Church
Hillsboro
Baldwin
Stu Aden
Ber Do-Re-Mi
Deacon’ Baldwin
Boston
Grandfather
Deacon Baliwin
Dccasion
Goa
Benefit of the Doubt as Hat Gaffe Goes to Claude
In a Cincinnati Enquirer tale, a boy named Claude who tends the habit rack at a well known restaurant outwits a man named Smith in a repartee over a hat. Smith doubted the hat was his as Claude returned it, and Claude replied it was the one he hand ed him upon entry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cincionti Enquirer
Smith
Claude
Mr. Smith
Clause
Mary
Robert
Mrs. McDonald
Szeasé
Phil
Phylis
Phare
Not Unreasonable Man Seeks Stammering Treatment
A young man with a speech impediment visits a stammering institute seeking treatment. The professor hints at offering a partial course, saying he would tailor the plan to the patient. The man asks how much of a partial course he needs to confidently request a whistle-shaped object from a florist.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Independent
Exile’s Calendar and City Visit Weave Through Grace Goodale Poem
A poem reflects seasonal lines from Grace Goodale about moving from city life to northern hills and the tug of home. The piece contrasts winter winds and summer heat with longing for familiar landscapes and the call of the forest hills.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Forest Hills
Grace Goodate
Civil War Sidelight on Grant Refusing Mexico Mission
A historical excerpt recounts 1866 talks between President Johnson and General Grant over a Mexico mission. Johnson questioned obedience to civil service, prompting Grant to decline, citing his role as both army officer and citizen. Sherman later went to Mexico.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George 8. Boutwell
Johnson
General Grant
United States
Mexico
Grant
Seward
Alexico
Sherman
Porter Etiquette in a Parlor Car Tale
A traveler learns the social code of using porter rather than a first name aboard a parlor car. The porter sternly insists etiquette dictates addressing him as porter and offers his card if the passenger insists on names. The episode ends with the traveler retreating in embarrassment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John
New York
Hoston
Alt
Rice Prank Spoofs Parents on City Trip
A middle aged couple planning a city trip are mocked by their grown children who pack their satchels with rice. The bags spill as the parents settle in, causing amused smiles and an awkward moment, highlighted by a German passenger’s bold remark.
Timely Reinforcement: A New Brother Arrives
The brothers clash with the bigger neighbor. a sobbing Willie learns of a new brother. Aunt hushes him and confirms another sibling joining Jim. Willie exclaims with relief and, if needed, they consider moving to avoid further trouble.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Willie
Jim
Simple Workman Probes Gas in Well Disaster
A worker testing air in a deep well lowered an umbrella to the bottom with a stringed handle and raised it repeatedly to stir gases. A candle goes out near the bottom indicating noxious gas. a second candle burns, revealing carbonic acid gas heavier than air.
Frock Design Adopts Balbriggan Wool for Smart Warm Outfit
A town fashion features a two piece look with a blouse and four piece skirt attached to a longwaisted bodice. The slip-on blouse shows raglan sleeves and fur back cuffs with a U shaped front opening. Medium size calls for 234 yards 54 inch fabric and 4 1/2 yards 36 inch lining.
Acton Gazette Highlights Local Vices And Ventures
Acton report covers fines for drunkenness and disorderly conduct in Acton Police Court, paving and water mill plans at Oldfield's Estate, widening East Acton Lane as a winter relief scheme, two fire engines answering a bakery alarm, a harvest Thanksgiving at St Dunstan’s East Acton, and a busy Works Committee approving plans for 77 villas. It notes Labor Party activity, a scouts hut completion, a Socialist debate at Acton Baths, and public events including old girls association meeting and charity donations. The piece also mentions local notices on births omissions and a nurse’s wireless speaker gift and references to religious services and charity collections in All Saints South Acton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mrs. Barnes
Acton Park
Acton
Frederick Morse
Horntane
George Hunt
Osborne Rodd
Acton Labor Party
H. A. Baldwin
Peter _McCormish
Baker
Sheldon-road
Fulham
Acton Vale
Oldfield
East Acton
Messrs.Nevill
Winchester-street
Charles Groom
Bollo- Tane
St. Dunstan’s
North Acton
Acton: Central
Charles H. Walker
Petersfield Road
High-street
L. G. Bridle
Brouncker-road
Acton Isolation Hospital
Acton Police Court
Acton Lane
Chiswick Park
BE. R. Hay
Ealing
Hay
National Union of Citixong
Payton
Riak
Adon
Iiberty
All Saints
South Acton
Pho-Vale
Acton Hill Wesleyan
J. B. Bolum
Bélim
Acton Town Council Debates Park Purchase and Local Affairs
The council weighs Alton and Ealing reports on buying Gunnersbury Park as a public pleasure ground. Town Clerk Lodgon regrets he cannot serve due to illness. Acton considers a local drill hall and honours Territorial Association plans. A private meeting confirms Ald. R J Hewett as mayor nominee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Acton
Alton
Ealing
Gunnersbury Park
W.'t Lodgon
Lord Cheylesmore
Territorial Association
Haviland
G. T. de Sausmares
Royal Artillery
G. T. de Sausmarez
de Sausmarez
Chigwell Row
Essex
Ada Howell
E. A. R. Howell
Howell
Zlongon
He Loved Sausages A Farmer's Dog Story
A Michigan correspondent reports a farmer's dog found guilty of obtaining goods by deception. The animal carried a written order for sausages, visiting the butcher daily and causing unsettled accounts until a blank slip revealed the ruse. The farmer boasts of the dog's clever behavior.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senda
Michigan
Lion
Mechanical workers risk job loss from automation says editor
The piece argues that youths who do only routine tasks fail to grow beyond their roles and risk unemployment as machines replace mechanical labor. It warns that machines cannot replace fore sight, enterprise, or loyalty and urges workers to add value to their tasks beyond what a machine can provide.
Make-Do Jam for a Convalescent Patient
A family scene shows a doctor asking for suitable convalescent foods. A little girl improvises with a berry substitute, presenting a saucer to her ailing father. He tastes it and finds it surprisingly pleasant despite unclear ingredients.
Youth's Companion to Mark Hundredth Birthday Event
Preparations begin for The Youth's Companion centennial celebration on April 16, 1927 with a new price of $2. The 1927 issue will feature 200 extra pages, 9 serials, mysteries, adventure tales, Make It and Do It pages, radio content, games, puzzles, special articles, and the Children's Page. Subscriptions and combined offers with McCall's Magazine are noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ie ‘Outh
McCall's Armgizine
Youth's Companion
S.N. Dent
Boston Mass
McCoy's Cod Liver Extract Tablets Advertised Gains
Fearful thin men and women urged to try McCoy's Cod Liver Extract Tablets promising rapid flesh gain. An example reports a woman gaining 16 pounds in five weeks. Ad touts vitamins from cod liver and a money back guarantee if 6 pounds aren’t gained in 30 days. Sugar coated tablets sold everywhere.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North
South America
McCoy’s
Ana Génulov
Christmas card selection ahead of time at Artistic Printers
November brings early buyers access to the finest, largest range of Christmas cards. Designs are limited per style and many include hand some lined envelopes. Prices run from 1.75 to 2.80 per dozen with personalized engravers script printing included.
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