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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Sep 27, 1917
Page
3
Local advertisements push Hall's Catarrh Cure and Mall's Catarrh Cure as internal remedies. They boast purified ingredients and medical backing from noted physicians, touting strong testimonials and nationwide distribution by J. Cheney & Co.
The service at St Matthew’s Church marked the installation of a new choir organ. Archdeacon Davidson of Guelph led the dedication with remarks on music’s sacred role. Organist Mr Vandiner Harvey from St George’s Church performed a recital with volunteers and choristers accompanying the program.
Directors of the Hutton Agricultural Society plan a second day Monster Procession of schoolchildren. Pupils assemble at the Power Mall and march to the Show grounds led by the Mul Sou Band and local officials. Many pupils admitted free. invitation extended to teachers and pupils of every school in the county.
A rough OCR list records names and travels of townsfolk and visitors. Many entries mention trips to Toronto Fort William Guelph Collingwood and Hamlets, plus hospital stays and family visits. The document reflects social rounds and local notices common to a small community newspaper.
A garbled OCR fragment mentions a pair of Kipypaers and a coach in an unclear context. Readable elements include potential names and actions, but details remain obscured.
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