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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Oct 07, 1920
Page
3
A garbled message asks if a golf game or event is real and who struck a key play. It references a name plate, a tennis packer, and a potential foul affecting a third baseman or player. The text appears as fragmented OCR with unclear sources and lacks identifiable entities.
Fragment recalls a 1808 discussion, linking past wars to present fears of world conditions. It notes a Nova Scotian tale of Canada's coal potential and warns against chronic grumbling, urging pride in homeland and shared national progress.
A Thrift Magazine contributor warns that harming birds will boost insect pests and denude foliage within ten years. The piece cites 69 000 stomach examinations of over 1 200 species, asserting birds provide economic and esthetic value by pest control and beauty.
The Bowmanville letter writer and a city satire discuss auto ownership and the reluctance to give rides. Commentators note that many car owners refuse to offer seats to those in need, while others defend the practice as a social issue on country roads and in towns.
A grandmother and Hetty discuss a country yard poultry scene. The girl asks where the chicken came from and the elder recalls watching the chickens and the family’s surprise at the outcome.
A reflective reminiscence recalls a late autumn of 50 years past in a small Ontario town. The narrator cherishes early snows, harvest memories, local gardens, and aging neighbors as the churchyard trees are felled for a new monument while pondering coming winters and Thanksgiving.
A garbled report credits a Spaniard with a Nobel Prize in a tumultuous world year. It notes the recipient as a prominent statesman and preeminent writer from his country. The text hints at recognition despite upheaval and mentions a notable figure admired for merit.
A fragmented safety note warns against open flames kerosene and gasoline use. It lists precautions for stoves lamps and matches, storing oils away from heat, keeping rubbish contained, and avoiding clutter near furnaces to prevent fires.
A fragment discusses luminous fireflies used by Afro Caribbean communities as lanterns. It notes their glow can’t be blown out by wind or rain and mentions photography as a modern ambient method for warning people of danger during nocturnal outdoor events in Cuba.
Auction notice for Khramoma Farm clears with cattle fowl harnesses and farm machinery. Items include purebred Tamworth pigs, York pigs, draft animals, household goods, grain, and implements. Sale held Thursday October 14 near Wrayjonn, conducted by Rv. Ker tl Wet Murti clerk.
Public sale listing from Mr. Root at Wayville Lane on October 17 1920 includes horses hay grain and farming implements. Notable items: bay mare 7 years old 1450 pounds bay mare 12 years old 1100 pounds red cow 3 years old bred Nina Stamford horse stock lactating cows and heifers many farm tools and a 6 passenger Maxwell touring car in good condition. Wet weather may delay sales. Auction conducted by Roy Hindley clerk.
A large public sale at Edna Billa lists 12 year old colt wood road mare New rubber tire buggy and many household goods including furniture, rugs, kitchenware and farm implements. The eleven room stone house on Main Street section of Williamsville area is offered with reserve. chattels cash under 20 and ten months credit over.
Public auction announced for October 15 1020 at 1 o clock featuring a mix of horses cattle cattle yields and farm equipment. Items include heavy draft horses references to specific breeds and ages plus farm machinery such as a Deering binder mower hay rake plows and wagons. Auctioneer Shorey acts as clerk with contact number provided.
A long discussion on gold production, hoarding, and wear examines how population growth and wealth affect gold demand. It notes rising individual fortunes despite modest population increases and describes the vast, ongoing loss of gold through wear, theft, and hoarding across nations.
Dr. Tamnesta Aly M.D. of Victoria argues that the learned profession and public health officials must reevaluate alcohol prohibition. He cites the American Medical Association and medical scholars who find no solid scientific basis for alcoholic stimulants and warn against misinformed support for prohibition.
A crude portable kitchen unit arrived in Omaha as a novel venture aimed at convenience rather than luxury. It drew attention for its design and claimed low operating costs, while observers noted potential burdens on users and criticisms of practicality.
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