28 Aug 1905
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Newspaper
Charlottetown Guardian
Location
Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, Canada
Date
Aug 28, 1905
Page
1
The ad stresses that odor or appearance mislead about soap quality. It urges buying from a dealer who can stand behind promises and guarantees every product. It claims special soaps for toilet, bath, and nursery offered at fair prices.
Reports from Aug 24 indicate wheat cutting is widespread in southern and central regions. Grain experts forecast averages around 20 to 22 bushels, with Moose Jaw and Arcola district yields highlighted. Labor shortages hinder harvesting while weather remains favorable for thrashing in about two weeks.
The Guardian will begin a thirteen part Sherlock Holmes serial by Dr. A Conan Doyle. The first tale is the Adventure of the Empty House followed by The Adventure of the Norwood Builder. Holmes stories have gained wide popularity in the English speaking world.
A string of ship names and ports records Aug 24 to Aug 26 including Restigouche Sears Montreal Laura Bell Cape Tormentine Alma Cahill Pictou Beatrice Godin Bathurst N B S S Halifax Ellis Boston Ida C Spofford Gerrier Arichat Laura Bell Wood Islands S S Halifax Ellis Boston Alma Cahill Pictou McDonald N Sydney S S Amelia Burns Pictou Northport Cacouna Port Hood.
Montreal officials plan to press Montreal Light Heat and Power Co. to supply gas cheaper than the $1 per thousand feet offer tied to a 50 year franchise. Alderman Valliere will seek a city council resolution and warn of an ultimatum. He would then propose borrowing funds to buy Municipal Gas Co. amid anticipated opposition.
Sir James Watson promotes Catarrhozone as the best local treatment for catarrh claiming it halts the common disorder instantly relieves symptoms and cures after other remedies fail. He asserts Catarrhozone reaches the source with the air you breathe is cocaine free and leaves no after effects.
A fire during the early hours gutted the Chelsey Chair Company's plant in Chelsey Ontario, destroying the factory and its contents. The total loss is estimated around 37000 dollars, with insurance coverage totaling about 24000 dollars across several companies.
Mr Obe Witmer a leading Joplin Missouri druggist reports there is nothing on the market that equals Chamberlain’s Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy for bowel complaints He says they sell and recommend this preparation and that nine out of ten druggists would advise it for sale by all druggists.
Alley and Co Charlottetown agents offer Invictus men’s footwear. Moisture warning noted with 21 wet.
Ottawa reports Prefontaine plans a Gulf visit with a stop at Seven Islands, HQ of the Quebec Steam Whaling Co. The firm has expanded its Seven Islands plant after strong Newfoundland results. Whalers for the company killed 23 whales in 12 days, with one whale yielding 87 barrels of oil.
An advertisement claims Dr Hamiltons Pills prevent bilious headaches by cleaning the system regulating bowels and toning kidneys and liver. It promises never a headache or sour stomach with vigorous health and notes the product sells for 25e per box or five boxes for one dollar.
The steam ketch Albatross loaded with petroleum caught fire in the English Channel and burned furiously. The crew were safely landed and the vessel is a total loss, causing excitement at Portsmouth and other Channel ports.
The Charlottetown Business College announces scholarships medals and prizes to be awarded this term through open competition. All students have equal chances regardless of prior opportunities. Principal L. B. Miller invites inquiries about entry and notes bright rooms and individual instruction.
An advertisement from Carvell Brothers markets bags of all types, new and second hand, with a time frame referencing 8 28 mo, th, 3 w indicating a sale or availability window. The brief notice highlights a diverse bag selection offered by the seller.
J S Cunningham Enq offers Spruce Lodge a beautiful summer residence between Wheatley River and Oyster Bed Bridge PEI for sale or lease. Open for inspection Wednesdays and Saturdays. Apply to F H Horne Winsloe Station PEI.
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