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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Nov 18, 1926
Page
3
A fragment from Che Arton Free Press features a verse urging resilience in dreary times. It promotes optimism with lines about showers followed by flowers and sunny days, advising to treat troubles as bubbles and avoid crying.
A veteran observer reflects on how classic childhood games like marbles tops kites and leapfrog have faded as football baseball and tennis dominate youth culture. He notes frosty weather games and summer pastimes once common among girls and boys and wonders if golden age pastimes persist unseen.
The text argues there is no real difference between wiseacres and pessimists, noting how true wisdom guides and strengthens rather than discourages. It states that wise people direct aims, foster hope, and avoid paralyzing doubt, while timid doubt never earns genuine wisdom.
A reflective piece urges every citizen to act as a home town booster to boost local commerce and well being. It argues that spending and positive deeds circulate money and elevate conditions for all, not just those who promote the town.
Mary Osorne recalls Acton history as she writes of old houses, mills, and streets. The piece traces Holt Woollen Mill, River Street, the Min race, and notable residents from 1870s to postwar days, ending with reflections on the new pavement and motor cars.
A fashion note describes smocks as a popular garment for women in business offices and art studios. The model shown features a V neck with a turn-down collar, shirring at the front and pockets, and frilled wrist detailing. Medium size needs 3 1/2 yards of 46 inch fabric.
The piece argues that routine need not become a rut. It notes that individuals who faithfully perform routine tasks often preserve their individuality, while neglecting duties leads to deterioration. A healthy routine expands the mind and heart when it aligns with temperament and purpose.
The article explains essential soil elements phosphorus nitrogen and potash. It notes soluble forms feed plants while insoluble forms become available slowly through natural and artificial means. It advises field tests and warns against cheap fertilizers, suggesting farmers mix own in bulk to ensure proper nutrients. It highlights nitrogen conservation using leguminous crops and crop rotations for soil fertility.
The article recalls Lord Shaftesbury's broad philanthropy and intimate acts of mercy. Miss Cobble notes his zeal for reform protecting women and children in factories and coal mines, yet he also offered small kindnesses to individuals. He spoke of fearing leaving the world amid misery and found joy in alleviating earthly sorrows.
A novel unmanned light-ship described in Cassell's Magazine sits off Otter Rock near Islay Scotland. It stores gas in two steel tanks to power a continuous light for months with a bell rung automatically by gas pressure. The vessel is designed to resist spray and weather and is visible eight to twelve miles.
Public auction at Crewsons Corners on the Toronto Sarnia Highway will offer horses cows and calves including Holstein and Jersey breeds plus 20 Roth hens and 6 Oxford sheep. Implements harness and farm equipment follow the livestock with a 122 acre canal lot to be sold if not previously disposed. Household items include a Melotte Separator and Daisy churn with terms cash or 12 months on larger sums. Auctioneer Roy Hindley acts for Charles Parker as clerk.
Acton Council passes by law 601 to create the Acton Public Utilities Commission replacing the Hydro Electric Commission. Elections set for December 6 1926 with officials to oversee voting and final tally to be conducted at Acton Town Hall. Reeve A Mason and Clerk H N Farmer sign the provisional enactment dated September 28 1926.
Notice states that with elector assent the council of Acton Ontario will consider the by law one month after its publication date November 4 1926. Clerk H N Farmer signs the notice.
The minister s notice reads Mount Memorial Baptist Church The Rev John Walker pastor preaching morning and evening In gospel proclamation three books are necessary The Bible the hymn book and the pocket book Come to morrow and bring all three.
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