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Newspaper

Acton Free Press

Location

Acton, Ontario, Canada

Date

Nov 05, 1931

Page

3

Mary Leslie Braves Snow Quest to Save Bromley Family

In a lumber camp, nurse Mary Leslie tenders Mr Bromley and his son Wallace as pneumonia threatens. She vows to fetch serum from Gordon hospital, braving a blizzard with horse Billy. The perilous journey ends with Bromley’s recovery and renewed faith.

Lesiie Wallane Bromley Piri Mia Leslie Mian Leslie Mr. Bromley Mary Leslie Mary Wallate Brom Sho Hig Lodges Mr. Wromley Muirsa Mar Finn Wallace Walfilde Bromley Bick Leslie Truy Alek Gordon Homley Canton Mary Lennie Willy Billy Mary Witey Phe Jdri Wilys Hilly Bext Tam Thason

Turnip grading standards and cosmetic claims in one text

The document outlines Canada No 1 and other size classes for turnips with criteria on diameter, shape, trim, and freedom from defects, plus tolerances by count. It also includes definitions of terms like shapely and properly trimmed and mentions allowable decay limits. A stray cosmetic product blurb promotes a skin tone product with beauty claims.

Canada

Poultry Record of Performance Entries Sought for Ottawa

The article notes over two months remain to file entries for the Record of Performance in poultry. T. W. Gravity, Supervisor at Ottawa, says results are strong and show potential for a substantial decrease in losses. Entries must be in by October 15 to start production benefits in November. Breeders are urged to use the program for certificates and guidance under federal supervision.

T. W. Gravity Ottawa Federal Department of Agriculture Hans Information Service Uwranch Tarla U. S

Slats Diary excerpt notes family life across a week

The diary entries cover a week with Lats and family activities. Descriptions include attending a football game, church outings, a fall from a thorn tree, a tramp at the door, a nun trip, and evenings at home. The tone is informal and focuses on daily events and small incidents rather than major news.

Dore Toscher

Electric Doctor Promises Cough and Inflammation Relief

A historic ad claims Dr. Thomas Eelectric On can cure chronic chest inflammations and relieve coughs by promptly and thoroughly addressing throat irritation. It asserts lasting prevention of future attacks once inflammation is cured, inviting readers to try the remedy.

Thomas

The Force of Wabity Musical Anecdote in rehearsal

An orchestra rehearses a new venue piece when a new trombone player causes disruption. The conductor scolds the rookie for rushing ahead, the offender apologizes, and veterans in a street band finish first, sharing a tale of early practice and pride.

Wonderful Magnesia for Indigestion Relief

Advertises a non-laxative magnesium product for indigestion including sourness nausea and after meal pains. Claims prompt relief and easy use, urging to ask your doctor for purchase.

Dress pattern for a children's coat with unique sleeve design

The pattern describes a soft woolen coat for shorter-than-average women with fapped closures and pointed seaming to add balance. It features a hand-applied hem, a separate tilted scarf, and raglan-inspired back lines for easy home sewing.

Won Without Effort

A reflective editorial notes that advantages gained without effort are rarely lasting. In contrast, diligent study and work forge lasting skill, friendships, and wealth, while unearned benefits fade quickly. The piece urges readers to value effort and endure learning to win meaningful rewards.

Becaun

Unclear Dialogue About Doctor and Player

Fragmentary exchange mentions Dr Killum and a patient, with garbled phrases about Vince and breathing. The text is incomplete and lacks coherent events or names to confirm context.

Thiles of a Kind and a Wife Collector

A private chat reveals a woman joking about a friend Maud who at twenty two has been married three times, all husbands now deceased, prompting the quip that she is a “WID collector.”

Tomorra Pea Kolo Maud

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