Americans in Canada Embrace Farm Prosperity and Unity
An American farmer in Alberta enjoying a profitable 320 acre plot speaks of independence and success in Western Canada. Reports from Maidstone and Dauphin highlight crops yielding 19 to 40 bushels per acre and strong transport, with Sir Wilfrid Laurier urging settlers to keep ties to homeland while embracing Canadian democracy.
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Alberta
Canada
Montreal
Jeannette
Maidstone
Sask
Menominee
Wis
Saskatchewan
Lee Dow
Christian Citizenship and the Founding Ideals of the Nation
A sermon-like reflection on five founding institutions education free press liberty and church faith as pillars of a Christian republic. It argues moral neglect harms society and insists that true citizenship begins as a citizen of the kingdom of God before belonging to a Christian nation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Republic
Free School
Free Press
Jesus Christ
National Educational Association
Kingdom of God
Independence Of Farmers Shines Across Western Canada
A Western Canada agricultural trip shows farmers in high spirits despite drought. Saskatchewan records drought spread through central areas yet yields remain strong with 15% average bushels per acre, while Alberta and Manitoba face partial crop losses and hopeful prospects.
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Alberta
Canadian West
West
Canada
Manitoba
Saskatchewan
South
Dakota
Montana
Minnesota
Wisconsin
United States
Resinol Ointment Promoted for Skin Care and First Aid
An old advertisement touts Resinol Ointment as a cure for all cutaneous diseases when used early. It claims rapid relief for burns, wounds, eczema, and hemorrhoids, and recommends Resinol Soap and Shaving Stick for households and personal care. A free booklet on skin care is offered from Resinol Chemical Co. Baltimore Md.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Resinol Chemical Co
Baltimore
Savings Over the Trotting Horse in a Bar Argument
A bar discussion turns to economy as one man recalls saving by running an automobile instead of keeping a trotting horse. He notes he used to bet on the horse, implying lower costs with the car.
Suffragist Opportunity and Finnish Votes
Baroness Aletta Korff describes how Finnish women earned the vote by proving they could meet emergencies. She notes limited chances to show initiative and cites the 1904 strike and Russian unrest as a crisis that demonstrated women's peacekeeping role. She argues voting rights hinge on support from England and the United States in hard times.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aletta Korff
Finland
Russia
England
United States
Two Kinds of Unhappy People and a Johnstown Tale
A child recalls a Johnstown flood story as grand ma explains the dam broke and tragedy followed. The piece ends with a reflection that there are two kinds of unhappy people: those unseen and the truly miserable who are.
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Anita
Johnstown
Coming Man of Business Glasses repaired by clever lad
A Mr Viner offered ten shillings for information on who damaged his greenhouse. An informer claimed Archie Thompson did it, then revealed he was Archie. The schoolmaster sent a glazier to repair the glass for three shillings, but the lad admitted his own guilt.
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Tofield
Alberta
Texas
Union
Canada
O. L. Pughs
Mr. Viner
Archie Thompson
London
Right at Home. Harpist arrives in vaudeville scene
In a witty quip from Puck in the vaudeville era a new arrival proclaims himself a highly skilled harpist noting he is one of the handiest acts to break into vaudeville. St Peter questions the claimed profession. The exchange underscores showbiz pretensions of performers seeking stage recognition.
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St. Peter
Puck
New $1 Bills Weigh as Much as Old Gold Piece
Harper's Weekly claims twenty seven crisp one dollar notes weigh as much as a twenty dollar gold piece. The assertion lacks proof, but may relate to recent work by weights and measures inspectors.
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Harper’s Weekly
Very Easy Patience Debt and Money Talk
The dialogue contrasts money and debt with Patrice asserting debt can finance activity while asserting patience. The exchange hints at financial strain and resilience amid limited funds.
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Patrice
Red Cross Ball Blue for Clean Fresh Clothes
All up to date housekeepers are advised to use Red Cross Ball Blue to keep laundry clean and pleasantly scented. Available at all grocers.
Dog Chewing Bone Sparks Witty Banter in Yonkers
A humorous exchange unfolds as Bil wonders about a dog chewing a bone while Hill counters with a sly remark about ownership. Yonkers public chatter reflects lighthearted local wit.
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Hill
Yonkers
Lydia E. Pinkham Remedy Ad Promotes Woman Health
An advertisement urges women to rely on Lydia E. Pinkham’s remedy made from roots for menstrual and nervous complaints. It claims the tonic supports health during the critical period and offers free confidential advice from Mrs. Pinkham in Lynn Massachusetts.
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Brookfield
Lydia E. Pisae
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Porter
Dauphin
Norway
East
Sir Wilfred Laurier
Craig
Sir Wilfred
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United Kingdom
Great Britain and Ireland
Republic of the United States
Niles
Rockefeller
Lydia E. Pinkham
W. L. Douglas
America
W. K. Douglas
L. Douglas
Brockton, Masse
Western Canada
Cedar Falls
Iowa
Coeur d'Alene
Leonard Douglas
Stettier
Forest Cuy
H.A. Will
Will
Brainerd
Minn
Aug
Ust
Sam
Landis
Frank J. Zimmer
Henry Ebinger
Taylors
Wilton
North
Nelson
Co Veeta
Julie
Nada
States
Ponoka
Geo. Paskeow
Esta
J. S. Crawford
Ninth Street
Kansas City
Crescent Mig
Col
Seattle
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