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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Oct 30, 1952
Page
21
A mixed text blends a devotional poem by Jean Blewett urging love for the Lord and neighbor with a political note defining a plurality and majority in voting. The piece contrasts spiritual guidance with electoral terminology in a compact, period voice.
A New York Times collection by W E Farbstein surveys political passions across the United States. Anecdotes range from an 80-year-old man begging to live until the election to a Cincinnati psychiatrist proposing mental tests for candidates.
A farmer recalls treating a full cow with fast acting drenches and powder, the vet’s tricks, and the humorous mishaps. He notes water shortages, looming prices, and the emotional toll of farming life amid drought and long work weeks.
The writer reflects on farm life, noting that modern conveniences do not guarantee easier labor. He recalls past hardships like coal oil lamps and trimming wicks, insisting he is not smug about progress but appreciates the value of hard manual effort on the farm. The column emphasizes humility and enduring rural virtues.
The author reflects with pride on the many conveniences gained for farm life and expresses confidence that readers with fewer resources will also enjoy greater comfort and ease in their homes as years pass.
Mr and Mrs Ed Spence Tor onto were weekend visitors with Mr and Mrs T D McCutcheon. Miss Lois Campbell Gullph visited Saturday with Roy Hindley. Robert McCutcheon Kitchener visited Friday at the home of Harvey Jestin and Bobby. Chas Bye and Larry Mona Road were Sunday visitors with J P Benham. Bruce Jeffers and baby Guelph visited Sunday with Howard Gilbank and Wendy.
Sports announcer Clem McCarthy drew complaints as his rapid blow-by-blow accounts left listeners behind. The peak moment occurred when Maxie Barr leaned over the ropes in the third round and shouted that he could not keep up with the commentary.
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