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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Oct 12, 1916
Page
3
A mixed report contrasts a whimsical poem about kindness with a discussive note on margarine and butter prices in Europe after the war. It mentions Margarine's origin from hoof fat and offal with added fat and milk, and notes dairy safeguards in Canada.
The ad touts Burdock Blood Bitters as a cure for dyspepsia, citing patient James Burns of Nalioral N9 who reports relief after trying the product. It includes manufacturer details The T Milburn Co Toronto Ont and a garbled legal passage appeared amid unrelated text.
An OCR fragment describes a sensational claim about a remedy named Fleycher's Castoria. It asserts the product calms stomach issues and pains in children, while claiming safety and efficacy without revealing ingredients. The text uses exaggerated language typical of old patent medicine promotions.
An obscure 19th century ad lists Milburn Limited liver pills and Laxa-Elver Pills amid promotional claims. The write up touts benefits for headaches and liver regulation, citing a long history and various mock testimonials while urging readers to buy and review products through a general “making pot” distribution.
Old magazine advice lists headache causes and preventions. It cites overindulgence in alcohol or food, lack of outdoor exercise, eye strain, breakfast habits, and migraine patterns in teens and women, recommending fresh air, simple meals, regular sleep, and avoiding pain medicines.
Fragmented OCR reads discuss two enduring phrases, I will and I can not, as central to character. The text retells anecdotes about decision and resolve, including a notary tale and a dunsman warning, illustrating how habit influences success or failure.
A letter urges women suffering from female troubles to try Lydia Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. The writer, Lydia Countess, claims relief after three bottles and promotes the product as a safe tonic and invigoration for the female system. She invites inquiries to Lydia Pinkham's Medical Co. for confidential advice.
Canadian and British reports cite military movements, ship losses, and diplomatic notes. Mentions include a Baltic voyage to France, a Norwegian vessel captured, a Canadian contract question, and talks on munitions funding. Also noted are a deadly crossing incident in Michigan and local civic matters in Ontario.
The fragment discusses a supposed magic preparation offered at a low price with claims of powerful effects. It references many who have become afflicted and speaks of a person named Uriel and a character Ike, implying a remedy whose value is described as great despite a cheap cost.
Wartime notes include Ontario government urged to permit wine and beer sales, mandatory home front measures, and civilian restrictions. Reports of casualties and accidents recur, with a German plan noted and other war-related shortages. Local frost, coal price shifts, and community efforts fill the scene alongside political and military news.
An 19th or early 20th century advertisement-like fragment touts Milburn's Heart and Nerve Pills as a cure for heart palpitations and nervous complaints. It presents a testimonial of rapid relief after using two pills and claims the product boosts heart and nerve power with tonics. The copy cites The Tr Imatkars Co Limited and lists price per box, urging purchase for recovery.
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