A Short Sermon on Moderation and Drinking Dangers
A verse denounces the idea that a moderate drinker remains safe. It traces how social sipping leads to habit, craving, and eventual ruin, ending with a caution about when moderation turns into drunkenness as illustrated by the Orillia Expositor quote from July 3, 1873.
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Orillia
Farmers Ploughing and Local Notices Highlight 1914 Week
Fall ploughing continues amid Indian summer. George Leslie, youngest son of John Leslie, injured by a horse but recovering after losing consciousness for a day. Warden Hynds to host dinner December 16. Acton men proceed to Toronto for the Second Contingent in good health. Married Wilson Black at Corwhin on November 18 1914. Gordon D Swackhamer dies November 12 1914 at Palermo at age 17.
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Harvey
George Leslie
John Leslie
Ladies’ Mission Cidle
The
Baptist Church
Miss Jones
China
Acton
Hynds
Toronto
Wilson-Black
Corwhinl
Blair
Alfred Wilson
Catherine
George Black
Swackhamer
Palermo
Gordon D
William Swackhamer
Persian Balm Promises Dainty Beauty and Youthful Complexion
Persian Balm promotes daintiness and charm with a magical effect on the skin. It absorbs swiftly without stickiness and leaves a cool, subtly fragranced finish. It softens hands and imparts a youthful, flawless whiteness, positioning itself as the inevitable choice for women who care.
Peace painting wins prize amid turbulent river scene
A prize for a painting illustrating Peace was awarded to a work showing a wild river surge among rocks with a bird nesting calmly above, contrasted with the serene subject. The text argues true peace comes from mental and spiritual understanding, not material wealth or health as mere matter.
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God
Chronicles of Ginger Farm Diary at Institute Convention
Ross Farquhar records a travel mishap to Toronto for the Institute Convention. He describes hotel misadventures at the Royal York, an amusing room with a hidden second door, and a banquet with modest appetite but lively speeches. He sketches daily impressions from the event and odd town noises, plus snippets of delegate notes and family reflections.
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Institute
Toronto
The
Royal York
Women’s Institute
Morpheus
Ginger Farm
Halice
McDermand
The Psalm Of Life As A Cautionary Tale
A dramatic meditation on life from youth to old age, noting political folly and financial woes. The speaker mocks social ascent and public careers, describing misfortune through cant and theatre. The piece ends with a fatal, biting twist on fate.
Freight report jokes about burro shipment mix up
A Western road freight agent described a shipment with a donkey on the bill as “one burro” and quipped that there was a “Short one bureau, over one jackass” after inspecting the goods.
Royal York visit ends amid tea desires and duties
Narrator recalls a forced stay at the Royal York Hotel during a convention. The morning ends with a vow to return to Ginger Farm, despite enjoying Miss McDermand and the royal comforts. A business engagement forces an early departure after a brief taste of freedom and companionship beyond hotel life.
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Miss McDermand
Ginger Farm
Royal York
Worry as a Warning and Guide for Living Better
A motivational piece urges abandoning useless worry and facing real problems. It argues intelligent thinking separates real issues from false fears, noting remedies exist for troubles and yesterday's worries belong to today. It cites experiences and a proverb about trouble that may or may not occur.
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An_olfi
Footpad Threat Leads to Fatal Confrontation
A confrontation escalates when a footpad threatens violence before a fatal exchange. The victim questions the intent and resemblance, and the assailant proceeds with a deadly act, prompting a police investigation.
Information Advertising As Market Assembly
A persuasive piece arguing retailers must bring their wares to readers via newspaper ads. It compares ads to stalls in a market and stresses that ads inform shoppers at home, saving time and guiding purchasing decisions. Neglecting advertisements loses sales and widens the gap between seller and buyer.
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