28 Oct 1897
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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Oct 28, 1897
Page
1
Sums of 91 and upwards received on deposit and the highest current rate of interest paid or compounded semi annually. Deposit receipts issued for large sums deposited and advances made to responsible farmers on their own values. No charge for contesting sales notes payable in Guelph.
An ad praising the Bissell sweeper as the top choice in carpet cleaning. It highlights its dustless, effortless operation and modern design while noting its low price as an added benefit.
A short note states Marble and Granite in Hamilton will allow all expenses to customers to and from their works as quoted by John H. Hamilton.
Arthur de Grasse visits in disguise at Ella Bennetts home where Colonel Benson teases his false face. A playful Hallowe'en tub apple game reveals the ruse, ending with forgiveness and a Christmas wedding celebration. Ella and Arthur charm guests as the colonel recalls the prank with good humor.
Arthur de Grasse and his friend, a stockbroker, recount a Halloween joke at the Exchange. Flour bombs scatter across the floor as a dignitary, Colonel Benson, is briefly targeted. A plan forms to write a letter of apology to Ella to salvage Arthur’s engagement with the heiress.
Ambiguous dialogue shows Bhe and He arguing about proposing to Mary Gadder and a changing view of a potential spouse. The snippet hints at relational tension and differing expectations within a personal dispute.
A speaker recalls years of rheumatism and failed remedies then credits a strange daily ritual and a dramatic kitchen mishap with ending pain. He describes trying dozens of medicines and hot baths, traveling far, and a comical yet vivid encounter with a houseworker before claiming relief.
The Boston Transcript notes a vandal broke into the Skedunks Weekly Newsroom and stole type, delaying this issue. Editors vow retaliation against the cowardly thief and promise three more issues before Thursday. A related column discusses lightning protection and safety by Prof. John Trobridge in the Chautauquan.
In this opinion piece a man crafts a conundrum for Misa Fannie to test her wit. Dudekins insists the riddle is clever though she challenges his claim and notes opinions differ.
Fragmented text urges readers to learn from all help while valuing themselves. It stresses personal toil to develop abilities and advance the world, warning against undervaluing one’s own powers.
Old guide describes a Halloween eve with nut themed games and riddles. Guests receive booklet puzzles tied with brown paper and nuts, partners chosen by nut cracker matches, and a chestnut burr themed decor. The evening includes rustic favors, a watch for love candles, and a chestnut burr pin cushion.
An essay discusses the impact of illegible handwriting on reading pleasure and communication. It cites anecdotes about deciphering old letters, including a Vanderbilt officer case, a New York railcar note, and a deciphered secret about keeping a profound matter confidential.
Farmers should graft their own orchard trees rather than hire grafting services. Grafting costs labor efficiently and accelerates bearing. Avoid under grafting as it causes excessive wood growth and delayed fruiting. Choose end bearing growth and select top grafted trees for faster fruit production.
A teacher cites the prodigal son parable while describing bitterness at a feast. The scene evokes disengaged listeners as a chorus of sympathetic children reacts with silence and a sharp reprimand from the crowd persists.
Fragmented text blends poetry about October and June with a scientific note on music's influence on respiration and circulation. It mentions October weather, grape aromas, and seasonal imagery, followed by a study in Revue Scientifique on how major and lively melodies accelerate respiration and heart activity, with minor chords slowing or neutral effects.
Sir Wilfrid Laurier in Toronto lauds Canada for higher global position than ever before. He notes nations once saw Canada as a polar myth but now recognizes it as civilized and prosperous, acknowledging efforts by many to lift the country’s name.
A west end woman collides with a small street boy and apologizes for hurting him. The boy, flashing a grand bow from under a cap, offers his pardon and a lighthearted pledge that next time she might knock him down without comment. He recounts the moment to his companion with pride.
Letter from Mrs. J Gardener of Owers Sound Ot proves that Diamond Dyes rival professional dye houses in quality and cost. She says her family uses the product to economize while achieving superior results on cotton garments. A reader asks if fairy tales are read aloud and a dialogue shows public curiosity about dyeing and remedies.
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