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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Sep 02, 1920
Page
5
Fragmented OCR narrative of a street scene with names like Pumpking, Lettuce, and Celary. describes a lively pageant or procession with whimsical imagery and disrupted language. Mentions vegetable imagery, pumpkins, and a round of tumbling, ending in a hint of a mood in heaven's blind dome.
A feaue from the Fren-Preas dated September 6 recalls Hogreow winds that toppled fruit, a street willow uprooting memories, a band gathering at Acton Corner, and local school reopenings. It notes Old Pupua Union memorabilia, a willow cut, and the South Africa war nearing conclusion with proclamations about Transvaal.
Absalom Abatom, a ninety year old, recalls a once united town near the railroad station where neighbors knew each other and shared common joys. He contrasts it with today’s “community” that feels hollow where people stick to their groups, and where public life has faded into superficial pleasures rather than common work.
The article outlines a historical bible lesson about Solomon's temple dedication, noting the Ark, altar, and furnishings moved to the temple, and detailing the dedicatory rites. It discusses the period around Solomon, temple steps, and prayer, with reader questions on the dedication program, participants, and timing.
Fragmented promotional text extols a remedy claiming quick healing and moral virtue, praising self denial and warning of weakness. It touts Molootro as superior for children and adults, promising rapid relief and a clean path to recovery. It resembles 19th century patent medicine prose with ornate rhetoric.
A descriptive tour mentions Fort William and Des Joachime along the Ottawa River as scenic Harbours and Waterfalls. It praises Pontiac County scenery, notes hotel access at Coulonge and Campbell’s Bay, and points to travel routes from Ottawa toward Monte real and the Laurentian Way, with local attractions and river views.
Fragmentary text discusses avoiding arrogance over upcoming measures and hints at public relief remedies. It mentions meals, celebrations, and a critique of neglecting others while awaiting a birthday party. The piece references remedies like Parmoloo and Vegetable Pills as possible relief, implying a public health angle.
Dispatch reports strained discipline on a Dieppe route during a holiday exodus. Women were denied smoking and men were asked to reveal their packs. one man produced 60 cigarettes. Officials refused the tobacco ploy arguing that in France women are not expected to smoke aboard.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe daily freight and express options in Toronto with references to persons or firms like Agnew and Acton. Mentions 8.68 and Sunday terms, but details are garbled.
The fragment lists Alan Fine Cutlery and a Bly assortment of hardware tinware granite ware and stoves including small and oil stoves. It reads as a catalog snippet from a general store detailing tableware and household items.
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