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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Nov 13, 1924
Page
2
The verse recalls a timid lover bird as it sings on a perch and bids farewell to summer. A silvering pair on a bare branch hints at change and longing, with a spirit guiding each toward an uncertain autumn. The scene closes on a quiet, reflective mood.
A feature recounts Persian tales as pearls of wisdom in the Lion and the Bun, with a tyrant king tale and a boastful poet. It then shifts to Farm life after the war, arguing criminologists favor prison farms to restore sanity, urging a calmer social view tied to honest labor and nature.
The piece argues prejudices against manual labor push youth toward intellectual paths while manual trades offer better pay and demand. It notes Frances with new programs to promote home arts, apprenticeships, and teacher studies, plus expositions and prizes to boost results. A tale of Norah handling mail reflects community life and catechism humor.
A lyrical reminiscence centers on a legendary brindle cow and rural memories. The author recalls boyhood scenes near potato patches and fences, mingling with reflections on country folk, moral issues, and the impact of rural voters on political campaigns in Old Ontario. The piece praises country patience, shared wisdom, and steady leadership from villagers who shape society over time.
J W Towbridge recalls Emerson as an orator on the eve of his birth centennial. He lacked Beecher’s wit but had a grave baritone voice and ethical, decisive thought. Lewla Monroe notes the voice comes from inner energy, not taught technique, and Emerson’s Tremont Temple speech moved a vast audience during the Civil War era.
An 19th century anecdote recounts Palmerston and Wilberforce visiting a country house. Departure day sees rain looming as the bishop, a famed pedestrian, opts to walk. Palmerston taunts from a carriage window, prompting Wilberforce to reply wittily about not blocking sinners and to continue walking on despite the rain.
A tale in George Hl Kitwanger’s book recounts indoda a drummer in the Wrench army famed for appetite. The captain bets the drummer can eat a whole calf and the man consumes about three quarters before pausing to scornfully warn that more calves should arrive.
Neighborhood notes report Tuetterson recovering from appendicitis in Guelph and Mia Clark returning to duty after illness. Obituary notice for Mrs. Savannah, Georgia, formerly of the village. Mrs. Watson and daughter visit Mrs. Wilder. news arrives of Mr. Campbell’s death in Idaho and the bombing incident killing Petar Verogin. The Boys Crusader Mission Band held its annual bank-offering service in the Presbyterian Church with Dr SchoModald giving a lecture and lunch. Leader Mrs Frank Moora credited for the group’s success.
Milton residents travel to Huntsville and Toronto for winter plans. Mrs. Wm. Panton has not felt well since spring. Mrs. S. R. Bown served on the W M booth acceptance committee for Centenary. Kyntera traveled to Franch River District for end of month event. Foremen’s party details given. Town Council met to approve accounts including 294 for 300 feet of rubber hose for the fire brigade. County Council rejects grade adjustment at Anderson crossing following fatality and Mocanra family incident.
Oakville residents plan a double residence extension on Church Street as work progresses. Mrs and Mr Misaos Kemp secure the contract. Anna Cisire Huger announces engagement to Dr Harold Morris. Guy Fawkes banquet draws Orangemen and friends with decorated tables. Oakville High School rugby shows strength with several wins against Toronto teams. A Kirk Club meeting features Mr Grey describing mission work in Alberta and British Columbia.
A Public Library venue hosted Prof. Coleman who spoke on The Ice Age while town nominating meetings and council by law actions fill the week. Local business shifts include the Georgetown Creamery buying Parento Dairy, planning to staff up to forty workers, and new cattle losses reported on the O.N.R. line.
Mr Nudd admits a long tale of a temper flare over a runaway lamb. He recounts how the sheep twice escaped the barn, triggered a scuffle that left him bruised, and how the culprit turned out to be Jed Piper’s ram, not his wife’s corset.
The piece argues luxuries vary from harmful to good and asserts access to good books music and friends should be universal. It laments material excess but praises reading, music via piano and radio, and heartfelt friendship as inalienable rights enriching character and worth.
Readable fragments describe school gardens as valued, educational, and joyful spaces in crowded quarters. Students recall planting vegetables and flowers, noting curiosity about marigold color and desire for real ground gardens as they nurture crops in small beds and window boxes.
A playful warning to brides about practical skills. The text urges wives to learn basic tools and home repairs, noting that handling tasks themselves will ease life more than nagging husbands to fix things. It reflects old fashioned marriage advice and DIY expectations.
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