06 Sep 1928
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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Sep 06, 1928
Page
1
A fragmentary poem speaks of dawn and the eastern sky, sun’s progress, and nature’s quiet. It contrasts silent, powerful lessons with noisy clamor, urging restraint and reverence for those who keep themselves from strife.
In old Kentucky days Ben Hardin rode to the capital on horseback. A Virginian debating club tricks him into speaking last, revealing his wit as he delivers a poised, humorous account that delights and astonishes the crowd.
A reflective piece contrasts the stormy day with a woman’s inner life. Happy women relish storms as private treasure and self possession while unhappy ones feel gloom and seek solace in diversion. Courage and small acts of kindness become light that dispels loneliness and brightens others’ lives.
Henry Ford states in a letter to the Manufacturers' Record that prohibition benefits workers through increased savings and property ownership. He argues enforcement is easier with government backing and employer support, and he warns prohibition could become global, harming brain function and industrial efficiency.
The Pringle family contemplates sending Mother Pringle away for a rest as she shows signs of strain. While the plan faces resistance from Mother and concern from children, the father suggests managing chores and letting her enjoy a brief escape before resuming duties.
A lawyer plagued by heart palpitations seeks help from an old doctor who bluntly says only quitting tobacco would save him. The lawyer resists then returns, admits no real cure, and later tries to pay the doctor as if to settle a debt for the blunt advice.
The readable fragment mentions a shade that matches the color of a car and a casual exchange about purchasing grease. Details are incomplete, offering no clear event, entities, or dates to anchor a proper summary.
A report from the World's Dairy Congress in London discusses Belgiums dairy policy led by Royal Decrees since 1919. It notes a density of cattle and a focus on butter fat yield, with milk recording and milk control enhancing production by 20 to 30 percent and improving herd profitability through selective breeding and economic evaluation.
The article recounts the romance of William De Morgan and Evelyn Wekering, artists unable to wed quickly who became engaged after a playful courtship at a costume party. They married in London, then traveled by train and boat to the Isle of Wight, living modestly while pursuing art.
The readable lines describe a man in a car on a muddy road amid a tense scene. A vehicle issue or road obstruction is hinted along with a vague reference to a local tax dispute or payment. Readable details are limited and unclear.
A long standing reputation is at stake each time Red Rose Orange Choo Ten is sold. Makers authorize grocers to replace any unsatisfactory package at no charge to the customer.
A cheerful exchange over the telephone highlights the growing use of long distance service. The article notes that connections are often made while the caller remains on the line and that providing distant numbers speeds up the service. It encourages letting the service look up frequently dialed distant numbers.
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