Western Canada farmers face seasonal limits and data gaps
The piece notes Western Canada’s twofold seasonal cycle for farming and building, causing idle winters and high costs for materials. It urges farmers to start precise accounting of costs and markets to inform policy and enable profitable expansion in 1920.
Knocks Out Pain First Round Reliever Ad
An advertisement promotes a Canadian pain reliever for rheumatic aches sprains and neuralgic pains. It claims fast relief without rubbing and lists prices 35c 70c and 1.40 in dollars. Available at drug stores nationwide.
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Pain
Canada
Lignite briquette plant progress at Bien fait and Hudson Bay Mine
Progress on the Bien fait briquette plant near Estevan advances as tenders are issued for Hudson Bay Mine buildings. Construction aims to start in spring with a target market release by August. The $400,000 plant marks the first step in Saskatchewan lignite development, expected to provide winter work for hundreds.
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Bienfait
Estevan
Dominion
Hudson Bay Mine
Hudson Bay
Saskatchewan
Foothills Stock Wintering Improves In Alberta District
Foothills stock horses southwest of Calgary Alberta have not wintered better Than this year and are in excellent condition a prominent rancher reports Cattle are in fair condition but feed is scarce an early spring would help Snow measures about fourteen inches in the foothills with more in the mountains and moisture to fuel floods lacking last year Ground moisture in the foothills is higher than in the past two years due to warm spells driving water deeper into soil
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Calgary
Alberta
Catarrhozone Promises Quick Cure for Bronchitis
An advertisement claims Catarrhozone heals bronchitis and throat irritation instantly through soothing vapors and piney essences. It touts immediate relief for coughs colds and catarrh with a complete outfit offered in 50s and 25c trial sizes from The Catarrhozone Co Kingston Ont.
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Catarrhozone Co
Kingston
Ont
Record Canadian Sea Fish Landings Rise in January
Shipping data from the Department of Naval Service shows the January value of sea fish landed in Canada reached 962 840 dollars, up from 608 256 the previous year. Atlantic operations were hit by cold, stormy weather, with haddock hake pollock and scallops down, while herring surged in British Columbia with 360 600 cwts landed in Nanaimo Alberni and Clayoquot, and halibut similar to January 1919.
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British Columbia
Department of Naval Service
Canada
Atlantic
Nanaimo
Alberni
Clayoquot
Danderine Promises Stop Hair Loss and Dandruff
An advertisement touts Danderine as a quick remedy for thinning hair and dandruff. It claims a small bottle at low cost can be rubbed into the scalp and after several applications hair stops shedding and regains vigor and fullness.
Smelting Firm Outlines Trail Plant Expansion Plans
The Consolidated Mining and Smelting Company advances toward major Trail British Columbia improvements. Plans include a $250 000 copper refinery upgrade a $200 000 rod mill and a large addition with equipment to the machine shop boosting capacity and diversifying industry.
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Smelting Company
Consolidated Mining and Smelting Company
Trail
British Columbia
Alberta Secures High Class Clydesdale Stallion Craigie Masterpiece
The Alberta Government announced the purchase of Craigie Masterpiece, a 2100 plus pound seven-year-old Clydesdale stallion selected by N A Weir of Clinton. The Scottish prize winner has held Dundee Carse of Gowrie 1917, North Ayrshire 1918, and Durham 1919 premiums. The £2300 price equals about $9825, with transport arrangements now underway to Alberta.
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Alberta
N. A. Weir
Clinton
Alberta Clydesdale Committee
Scotland
Elgin and Keith
Glasgow
Dundee
Carse
Gowrie
North Ayrshire
Durham
Haig urges unity and nonpartisan stance for Great War Comrades
Lord Haig at a grand council of the Comrades of the Great War condemns political bribery that split returning servicemen. He urges members to avoid parties and asserts that a clear case will win the support of all right-thinking people of the empire.
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Lord Haig
No Woman Idolizes A Man Without Delusion
A sharp observation notes that women may idolize men only when deceived into believing them superior to their true nature. The remark implies self-deception fuels admiration, not objective admiration of merit.
I Owe My Life to Dodd's Kidney Pills
Miss Gertrude Eagle of Ormsby Ontario recounts five years of diabetes and failed medical help. She credits Dodd's Kidney Pills, tried after a friend's suggestion, with relief from symptoms after three boxes and believes they saved her life.
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Ormsby
Dodd
British Sewing Machines and Typewriters Rise in Postwar Markets
British firms have advanced in manufacturing sewing machines and mainly mass produced typewriters. The war delayed some models but large numbers of British designed machines are now on the market. The spread of British typewriters is expected to impact global markets significantly.
Western Canada Sees Surge of U S Settlers in Year
An unprecedented flow of American farmers intends to settle in Western Canada this year spurred by favorable exchange rates. Savings on land costs during the first year attract settlers, with Montana sending $6,000 for Canadian bond investments to secure rate advantages.
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United States
Canada
Montana
Buy at Home campaign urged to boost Canada
Winnipeg launches a nationwide Buy at Home drive urging Canadians to favor domestic and empire goods, cut U S luxuries, and increase production. Bank officials E P Winslow and George Munro endorse thrift and patriotic spending to improve the exchange situation. Sir John Willison emphasizes mutual goodwill and higher production for prosperity.
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Winnipeg
Hamilton
E. P. Winslow
Bank of Montreal
Canada
United States
George Munro
Merchants’ Bank
John Willison
Geddes Seen Choosing Public Service Over McGill Presidency
The London Daily Telegraph lauds Sir Auckland Geddes for his public service while noting his relinquishment of McGill University’s principalship, a decision he regards as relinquishing one of the greatest prizes in academia, preferring the crown of his career in public duties.
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The
London Daily Telegraph
Sir Auckland Geddes
Washington
McGill University
Chains Through Bulgarian Cities Reported in Swiss Advice
Advices from Switzerland claim Bulgarian streets and markets now witness placarded marchers labeled as usurers blackmailers and profiteers. Officials say the public display is producing good results and deterring crime.
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Switzerland
New Dress for Old With Diamond Dyes
Advertises Diamond Dyes as a guaranteed way to renew color on wool silk linen cotton and blends. Claims rich fadeless results and provides usage directions in the package, plus a Diamond Dye Color Card to match material through dealers.
Tax on servants and pianos planned to aid Paris budget
A new law fixes a 0 franc annual tax on households employing one domestic servant with higher rates for more staff. Travel costs in France rise by 50 percent and freight transport by 82 percent under the measure.
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Paris
France
Pale Wan Cheeks a Sign of Anaemia
An article notes pale wan cheeks and fatigue signal anaemia from blood deficiency. It cites causes like overwork and poor diet and promotes Dr Williams Pink Pills as a remedy, with a testimonial from Mrs. Alex Archambo of Cornwall Ontario and purchase details from The Dr Williams Medicine Co. Brockville Ontario.
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Alex. Archambo
Cornwall
Ont
Dr. Williams
Dr. Williams Medicine Co
Brockville
Wakulla Spring One of World Largest Springs
Florida hosts a colossal spring Wakulla situated about 15 miles from Tallahassee. It measures around 400 feet across and 80 feet deep. It flows roughly 120000 gallons per minute and feeds a river about 250 feet wide at its source.
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Florida
Wakulla
Tallahassee
See-Through Mirrors Cause Gaffe in Parlor Trade
A playful exchange sees a buyer asking for mirrors that reveal the face rather than reflect it. The salesman clarifies, and the lady specifies she wants mirrors with true face-viewing capability.
Canadian Duke of Devonshire Sees Bright Future for Dominion
His Excellency the Duke of Devonshire, Governor General of Canada, attended a banquet for the National Council of Education formed after the Winnipeg National Conference on Character Education. He praised Canada’s many governments and vast press, and commended the council’s work to build true citizenship.
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Duke of Devonshire
Canada
National Council of Education
Winnipeg
North Bay
Ontario
Clergy Campaign Against Modern Female Attire in Brazil
The clergy begin a nationwide moral campaign in Brazil opposing current feminine fashion. The vice general declares an evident excess of nudity in present-day garments profoundly dangerous to morals.
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Brazil
Canadian Pacific to Double Calgary Stock Yards Capacity
The Canadian Pacific Railway plans to nearly double the Calgary Alberta stockyards capacity to create the most up to date facilities in Canada. The move follows a year of stock shipments into Calgary with a noted shortage of handling facilities.
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Canadian Pacific
Calgary
Canadian Pacific Railway
Alberta
Canada
Prussian Bore Sunk In Merseburg For Coal Deep Drill
The Prussian government sank a bore near Merseburg in search of coal, reaching a depth of 5.434 feet.
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Merseburg
Man Waits Reveals Steady Patience in Trial
A cautious, observant man endures a tense period of waiting as events unfold, his patience guiding his actions and shaping the outcome. His resolve underscores the broader theme of perseverance amid uncertainty.
Telephone Operator Confesses Overwhelming Call Volume
Mayme laments constant calls pestering her as a telephone operator. Grayce asks how long she has worked in the trade.
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Mayme
Grayce
Counties Named Earlier by Alfred
England once partitioned into counties by King Alfred. Some regions kept their current names a century earlier, revealing early territorial designations and naming continuity in medieval times.
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England
Alfred
Italian Engineers Build World’s Largest Airplane Motor
Italian automobile engineers unveil a twelve cylinder engine rated at 720 horsepower claimed as the world’s largest airplane motor. The project showcases advanced design and power output for aviation applications.
Busybody brandishes duties while minard liniment relieves neuralgia
A sharp quip defines a busybody as one who wastes time pointing out others duties. The advertisement promotes Minard's Liniment as relief for neuralgia and related pains.
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Minard
Talc Deposits in British Columbia and Global Use
Vancouver Island and mainland British Columbia host extensive talc deposits along the Pacific Great Eastern line. Canada produced over 18 000 tons in 1918 with crude talc sold at 3.50 to 5.00 per ton and ground talc at about 14 per ton. Madoc Ontario dominates Canadian output. Talc serves in paper fillers, rubber, cosmetics, paints, leather dressing, cotton sizing, insulation, medicines, and dynamite. high grade varieties are used by tailors and sanitary uses.
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Vancouver Island
British Columbia
Pacific Great Eastern Railway
Canada
United States
Cuba
Madoc
Hastings County
Ontario
Hall's Catarrh Medicine Promises Systemic Cure
An advertising copy touts Hall's Catarrh Medicine as building up the system and cleansing the blood to reduce frequent nasal catarrh. It claims internal action through the blood and mucous surfaces, with price details and the Toledo company address.
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Hall
J. Cheney & Co
Toledo, Ohio
Beware of Pets and Disease Spread by Animals
A university professor warns of community danger from diseased pets. He cites a case where a family contracted tuberculosis from a sick pet cat. Professor Petit of France urges owners to take precautions with unhealthy animals as diphtheria is spread more easily by cats.
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Upsala University
Petit
France
Hunting Trouble Leaves Man With More Game Than He Wanted
A man often finds himself chasing trouble while hunting. The remark suggests his habit of encountering more complications than desired.
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