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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Sep 25, 1924
Page
4
A clipped poetic passage dated September 20 1974 reflects on colors and memories. The speaker Mildred Howells notes blue for memories and shadows that fall across the heart, with references to flowers and personal reflection.
A mixed 1904 column recalls local items including a blacksmith’s electric light, telephone pole painting debate, and a new cash register. Socials at the Methodist Ladies Aid feature performances. church notices report Children’s Day at Knox Church. Marriages include Glover Prout and Husband Browne. births list Tucker Elliott. A dramatic bear story recounts a hunt near Acton with Keppler and Morgan. Travel notes mention the British Empire Exhibition in London and rising cruise travel.
A dated Sunday School review outlines questions and prompts covering Jesus birth and early life, the angel’s message to shepherds, Gentile expectations, and the development of Jewish and Christian thought. It lists weekly topics for July to October, including baptism, temptation, miracles, and moral guidance, plus daily readings from Matthew, Luke, Mark, and John.
A London paper notes Lady's Magcasino 1789 includes a humorous ad seeking a light weight man for a sober family. The job requires waiting at table joining household prayers reading a chapter from the Bible rising at seven, and obeying master and mistress with all commands. Wages promised with annual benefits.
A United Church message envisions a rich heritage from reformers John Knox and John Calvin, with references to Hagannah Wealey, Pilgrim Fathers figures, and Covenanters. It extols devotion, spiritual warfare, and the influence of Presbyterian tradition on future generations.
The passage presents a domestic exchange where a wife reacts to a reported sad case of a young girl. The dialogue hints at infidelity and moral judgment, with unclear medical details and a suggestion that the outcome depends on the suitor's character.
In a bustling city a resourceful woman supports herself by a wide range of roles including millinery catering nursing and undertaking She accompanies and consoles the ill assists families with funerals and events and proves invaluable in daily work and care Her diverse skills form a thriving business dubbed a true Jill of all trades The passage also references Dr J D Kellogg’s Asthma Remedy promising relief from asthma through faithful use and claims it ends the condition.
The Toronto Globe argues that open bars and Prohibition threaten street safety as intoxicated motorists endanger pedestrians. It cites New York cab safety views and urges action to curb drunken driving to prevent fatal accidents and protect children.
A comic exchange shows Pat the Irishman explaining to his employer that he talks to himself for two reasons. He says he likes to converse with a sensible man and he enjoys hearing a nonsensible man tell a tale.
A compiled calendar of upcoming events and dates for Keton and nearby communities including Aberfoyle Durham Eeneee Fergus Milton Rockwood Streetsville and Weaton. Notable windows run from late September through October with varied activities and gates.
A collection of misquoted phrases about criticism success and self care. The text suggests avoiding excuses and focusing on personal responsibility to achieve fame fortune and reputation while noting the value of time and friendship.
A note misread by a pastor leads to a corrected church request for prayers for Peter Bowers who has gone to sea. The rest of the fragment promotes Dr Thomas Eclectric Oil as a reliable household remedy for common ailments and urges keeping it on hand for unexpected needs.
A Sunday School teacher wore a lovely new dress that delighted the children who praised it. One child, Abe, thoughtfully noted that they had to bring pennies for many Sundays before she could buy it, highlighting a small lesson in perseverance.
Mrs Hayes notes the Carletons borrow repeatedly from Mrs Reynolds. Over three weeks they use a sweeper, lawn mower, curtain stretchers and more, yet improve relations as unasked help becomes reciprocal. Mrs Carleton finally asks about the arrangement, and Mrs Reynolds says none have been borrowed for a month.
The piece outlines calls for government control to curb bootlegging and cites Hull arrests, Quebec City prison transfers, and officials in British Columbia. It contrasts historical prohibition in Carolina with Montreal’s red light district and critiques moral outcomes tied to drink, sex work, and the impact on digestion and health through a worm powder remedy.
In this reflection the author argues that true refinement comes only through removing inner dross by hardship. The text speaks of purification, endurance, and the quest for an untarnished life, noting that those who fear trouble miss the great lesson of striving for the finer vessel.
Farmers across Western Canada show growing attention to improving their surroundings. They planted 8,350,000 trees from government nurseries at Indian Head and Sutherland Haak hetween. Private nurseries supplied large quantities as well. The text notes health risks from worms in children and emphasizes preventive care by mothers.
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