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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Nov 24, 1898
Page
2
A message urges observing Thanksgiving to God for harvests and blessings. It emphasizes sharing simple meals with neighbors and aiding the poor, sick, and needy to spread happiness. The text links personal happiness to acts of kindness and communal gratitude.
The by election in Unia county will be held with nomination on the first Wednesday in December and the contest between John R Barber and Col. Korns. Returns officer is Sheriff Clements. The Court of Appeal in England rules on Workmen’s Compensation Act related to the Abe explosion case. Widow and injured awards noted. numerous electors disqualified for corrupt practices in recent provincial elections. Municipal Alexandria waterworks and electric lighting show strong revenues and progress. council inquiries into investment success received a favorable reply.
The article reports Halton County election activities with Conservative Col Karns nominated after a heated convention and Liberal John Barber chosen with broad support. It notes reservations due to prior contest tensions and quotes speeches by party figures including D Henderson MP and provincial officials.
The fourth annual Epworth Leagues convention of the Guelph district met Tuesday evening and continued yesterday under clear weather. Rev A C Crows led the conference with Rev J G Boote and Rev J G Ross among speakers. Topics included Christian citizenship, prohibition, missions, and youth leadership, with the gathering concluding after evening addresses from Rev W B Smith and Rev A O Craine.
Fragmented OCR notes present a health potion ad alongside social commentary and garbled phrases. Claims promise energy and mental power, with prices listed and a mix of rhetorical questions about marriage and conception.
A local notice announces a fresh stock of gold filled spectacles and eye classes marketed as aligned with scientific principles. The message emphasizes readiness and suitability for gift giving and present use.
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