Westward Prosperity Prompts Eastern Support for 1923 Crop
The 1923 Western Canadian crop is urged to lift Eastern industry and finance, linking prairie prosperity to Eastern prosperity. The Financial Post notes rising demand, factory rehirings, and improved railway outlook as evidence. Officials cite higher land sales, stronger farm output, and the need for policy actions like freight-rate reform and Hudson Bay Railway completion to sustain growth across Ontario and Quebec.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Western
Canada
Ipatuiectarces
Great Lakes
US Agricultural Experts Study Western Canada Soils
A delegation from the United States Department of Agriculture spent days in Edmonton Alberta and district to survey soil conditions for future soil maps. The party led by C F Marbut and including W H Santz COR Ball J E Baker and R Seo Pemedes examined western Canadian soils as part of the soil survey project.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
Edmonton
Alberta
United States Department of Agriculture
C.f. Marbut
United States
Governmenei
WH. Santz
Bureau of Plant Industy
Cor. Ball
Cerealiat
Unite States
JE. Baker
Walter Damfosch Honored as Composer and Conductor
Walter Damfosch of New York Avenue Orchestra is honored for his abilities as a composer and conductor. The tribute recognizes his long career and artistic contributions to the city music scene.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hibherts
Abile
Walter Damfosch
New Yark Aveaouls
Las Reerivesi
British Dominion Land Settlement Tour Aims 325000 Acres
Canadian directors of the British Dominion Land Settlement Corporation tour the West with Major-General Sir Newton James Moore to map future settlement of 325 000 acres largely in Alberta and Saskatchewan. The plan seeks British settlers, with notable officers including Robert McKay WP Delion W H Olfter and M A Brown accompanying the party.
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British Dominion Land Settlement Corporation
West
Sir Newton James Moore
West Australia
Sir Newton
Winnipeg
Urganization
Alberta
Western
Canada
Iws
Sir Newton Moore
Robert McKay
WP. Delion
W. OH. After
M. A. Brown
Canada Exports 15 Million Bushels Wheat in August
Heavy grain trade shows Canada exporting over 15 million bushels of wheat in August surpassing last year. Of the exports, 10,972,000 bushels went to the United Kingdom and the U.S. ports handled a sizable share. American channel shipments rose from 2,284,409 bushels. Wheat flour exports reached 654,689 barrels versus 626,912 the prior August.
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Canada
United Kingdom
U.sc
U.S
Record of long life and house in Anorcestershire
An Anorcestershire woman reportedly housed eighty five cars in a single residence. The record was surpassed by John Hatted of Paglead who died in the fifth year of living in the house where he was born, noting a lifetime of lineage and residence.
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Anorcestershire
John Hatted
Paglead
British airman Cobham plans London to Cape Town flight
Great Britain's long distance flyer Cobham intends a November London to Cape Town route via Paris Lyons Pisa Brindisi and Cairo subject to conditions. He aims to reach Cape Town early December and return to London within the same month. He previously completed a 17000 mile India flight with Sir Seton Brancker as passenger and will use the same DM5 aircraft.
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Algn Cobram
Great Britain
London
Paris
Lyons
Pisa
Brindisi
Cairo
Cobham
Cape Town
India
Seton Brancker
Africa
Nerviline Advertised as Family Pain Relief for Mothers
Pain and sudden sickness threaten children, so Nerviline is pitched as a trusted, long standing remedy. The ad claims four decades of use, recommending Nerviline for colds sore throat chest pains cramps nausea and stomach upsets. It markets Nerviline for internal or external use and lists a price of five cents at dealers.
Ford Plan for Rigid Dirigible Draws Navy Interest
Henry Ford proposes a 150 foot long rigid airship with 50 foot diameter and metal gas bar. Secretary Wilbur requests Aeronautics Bureau review of Ford engineers plans. Estimated cost around 308000 dollars, speed 70 mph, cruising radius 2000 miles.
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Henry Ford
Navy Department
Secretary of
Navy Wilbur
Wilbus
Bureau of Aeronautics
Ford
Grateful letter praises Dr Williams Pink Pills
Mrs Louie Mitchell of Oak Point testifies that after a year of weakness and exhausted breath she took six boxes of Dr Williams Pink Pills and regained strength. She urges others with poor blood to try the remedy and notes the pills purify the blood and cure anaemia symptoms. Pills sold by dealers or by mail for 60 cents a box from The Dr Williams Medicine Co Brockville Ont.
Norway Builds Roads To Aid Growth Despite Costs
A government report highlights 8315 miles of main highways and 12 924 miles of county roads in Norway kept well maintained and improving for cars. In 1924, 450 bus lines and 7 700 miles of routes served, with freight truck lines moving farm products. Mountain terrain drives high costs yet annual road spending has risen 400 percent in two years, outlining road system, administration, finances, construction, maintenance, and winter upkeep challenges.
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Norway
Director of Public Roads
Steimers
Manitoba Capital Debt Reaches 500000 After Bond Consolidation
Manitoba announces the capital debt now totals 500000 due to the consolidation of bond issues maturing in August. The update was issued from Winnipeg and refers to the municipal finance plan adopted by the province.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manitoba
Winni Winnipes
Eiffel Tower to be Converted into 66-Story Apartment Skyscraper
Italian engineer Carlo Castiglione proposes transforming the Eiffel Tower in Paris into a sixty six story apartment and office building. Cement walls would surround the existing structure allowing modern amenities while maximizing revenue for the city. Plans are said to be prepared and will be submitted to authorities.
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Eiffel Tower
Paris
M. Carlo Castrelione Hall
M. Castiglione
Asthma Remedy Promises Relief from Breathless Suffering
A testimonial-style notice extols Dr J P Welloge’s Asthma Remedy as a years long relief for severe asthma cases. Readers are urged to obtain it from their druggist without delay.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. P. Welloge
New Pianos Promised Organlike Tone by Hammond Invention
John Hays Hammond Jr showcased a piano with an organ like sustain at his Gloucester home. A fourth pedal controls reflectors inside the concert grand to build up powerful sonority during a recital by Bester Donahue for about 200 invited friends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Hays Hammond, Jr
Gloucester
Mass
Mrr. Hammonds
Bester Donahue
Hidlowas Corn Remover Claims Safe Effective Relief
Both hard and soft corns yield to Hidlowas's Corn Remover. The product is advertised as entirely safe to use and certain in its action, providing satisfying relief.
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Hidlowas
British Government Aids Women Flyers Formation Cited
The British Government recognizes women as fit for flying and backs a light aeroplane organization in Loilen. The Stag Lane Airdrome opening prompts the London Acta Club to train women pilots for potential defense of the capital. The air ministry pledges funding up to £15,000 total for equipment and upkeep with further support as needed.
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Air Ministry
Loilen
Stag Lane
Edgware
London
London Acta Club
Alr Minist $ Ha
Clio
French Trade With France Exports to Canada Doubled in 1924
Canada to France exports rose sharply in 1924, nearly doubling 1923 figures, said by the Canadian trade commissioner in Paris. Exports from Canada to France climbed to 525,000 francs from 273,682,000 francs in 1923, aided by the France Canada trade treaty and the Canadian exhibition train tour in 1923.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
Paris
France
Economic Disarmament Warns by League Official
Sir Arthur Salter argues economics, not dynastic or religious factors, will drive future war. He cites oil as a dangerous flashpoint and warns monopolies and tariffs fuel conflict. Peace requires disconnecting armed power from economic rivalries and internationalizing policy.
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Arthur Salter
League of Nations
Sir Arthur
Alberta minister outlines rural uplift at Canadian Exhibition
Hon. George Hoadley, Alberta agriculture minister, told Canadian National Exhibition delegates in Toronto that pioneer settlers require protection and access to medical and dental care. He urged improved rural education and efforts to spur ambition in rural youth, praising cooperative progress with women’s institutes and public health.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Hoadley
Alberta
Canada
Toronto
Department of Agriculture and Public Health
Tuberculin Cure for Rheumatism Reportedly Shown
After four years of experiments Dr crustay Paul director of the national vaccination institution of Vienna announced success in curing rheumatism and gout via cutaneous tuberculin injections. He treated six hundred cases, noting effectiveness regardless of varying tuberculin sources and bacteria presence, with careful dose control and patient susceptibility. He foresaw a future without rheumatism.
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Crustay Paul
Vienna
Paul
Rech
Experiment Aims to Restore Two Cent Letter Post Rates in Canada
The Walifax Werald argues to Canadian postal authorities that lowering letters to two cents and post cards to one cent would boost revenue despite wartime strains. It acknowledges Canada needs funds but claims increased usage would offset the loss. Even with cheaper rates, war reminders would remain.
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Walifax Werald
Canada
London Women’s Shoes Return After 11 Year Ban
Light colored leather and snake and crocodile skin high shoes will reclaim street fashion in London this winter after an 11 year ban ended.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Amundsen Plans New North Pole Flight in Italian Dirigible
Norwegian explorer Roald Amundsen will attempt a polar flight in the Italian dirigible N-1. The craft, semi rigid with 19 000 cubic meters capacity, 106 meters long and three 2435 horsepower motors, will fly under the Norwegian flag with an Italian crew.
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North Pole
Raald Amundsen
Commissariat of Aeronautics
Ntalian
Mary
Largest Carpet in World Weighs Over 21 Tons at London Hotel
A London hotel foyer hosts a 21 ton carpet covering half an acre. Sixty-four Oriental rugs, 62 from Persia and 2 from China, were woven in Samarkand by seventy workers. Workers placed colored rice fiber crescents in the rugs to bless perpetual joy for all who tread them.
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London
Persia
China
Prairies Dominate Butter Competition at National Exhibition
Western creameries captured 25 of 36 prizes at the Canadian National Exhibition butter contest. A Winnipeg plant won the 14 pound salted class, western firms led the 266 pound unsalted and creamery plant divisions, Sutton Dairy of Sutton Ontario took the 14 pound salted June make, and Eldon Creamery Rathburn plus Quebec firms also performed well.
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Prairie Provinces
Winnipeg
Dominion
Sutton Dairy
Sutton, Ont
Eldon Creamery
Rathburn
Quebec
Alberta Hogs Exported Million Dollar Value to Western U S
United States consul reports Alberta Hogs Calgary district exported over one million dollars in hogs to the Western United States since January 1. A total of 47 643 hogs were shipped worth 1 016 565 dollars. Spokane received the largest share, Seattle the next, and Portland ranking third.
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Calgary
United States
Spokane
Seattle
Fortland
Dr Thomas Eclectric Oil Soothes Sore Throat Fears
At first sore throat symptoms a spoonful of Dr Thomas Eclectric Oil is suggested with a pinch of sugar to ease irritation. The note claims it prevents ulceration and swelling and may confer immunity to quincy for those prone to it.
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Thomas
Quincy
May Revolutionize Industry
A. F. Joffee of the Academy of Science claims a scientific discovery with revolutionary potential. In his lab he reports creating a tremendous concentration of electrical energy in a small object. The accumulator, charged with energy enough to power a powerful motor car for ten days, fits in a waistcoat pocket.
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A. F. Joffee
Academy of Science
Joffre
Crowds Visit Tennyson Home In Surrey Hills
Large turnout gathers at the poet Alfred Tennyson's cottage near Haslemere in Surrey to tour the writer's old home. The visit is hosted by the Gatkwar of Dar oda for members of The Poetry Society.
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Tennyson
England
Aldworth
Surrey Hills
Haslemere
Gatkwar
Daroda
The
Poetry Society
Peet
Oldest Cigar Store in Lancaster Claims Heritage
The Oldest Cigar Store in Lancaster, Pennsylvania asserts its claim as America’s oldest. It has belonged to the Demuth family since 1776 and houses relics including Lancaster County’s first bathtub, over a century old.
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Lancaster
Demuth
Lancaster County
Montreal Bank Opens First in City in 1817
In 1817 the Bank of Montreal began business in Montreal as the citys first bank. That year the first treaty was signed with the Indians of the Canadian west.
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Bank of Montreal
Montreal
Ship Insurance Agreement Aims to Curb Drug Trafficking
Lloyds and the Institute of London Underwriters sign a global pact to prevent illicit drug trafficking through ships. The plan covers all world ports where British firms operate and takes effect upon agent notice. Underwriters call it a severe blow to dealers and a factor in reducing shipments, with insurance still subject to government authorization and certificates.
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Lloyds
Institute of London
Berlin Fathers Push Dog Tax to Aid Opera Deficit
City fathers in Berlin propose raising dog tax from ten to fifteen dollars to help cover opera deficits. They claim the larger levy could add about 1.5 million dollars yearly to the treasury. A paper questions whether dog ownership or opera attendance is more cultural and hints at political platform shifts.
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Tis Bo
Ihe
Wit
Massey -Harris
Sawyer Maseacs
Berlin
Saskatchewan Game A Bag Totals by Coupon Returns
Saskatchewan reports 154 500 ducks 45 600 prairie chicken 13 500 partridge and 5 500 geese secured by 5 222 sportsmen who sent in licenses coupons. Over 16 000 hunters did not return. Assuming they shot as many birds, total bag would reach 618 000 ducks 180 000 prairie chicken 54 000 partridge and 22 000 geese.
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Saskatchewan
Milters Worm Powders Restore Digestive Health in Children
The notice asserts that pale sickly restless children suffer from intestinal worms. It promotes Mil ter's Worm Powders as a remedy that destroys worms and restores digestion, enabling better nutrient absorption and healthier organ function.
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Milter
Poultry shipped from southern Manitoba in special cars
Three cars of live poultry were shipped from the southern half of Manitoba by the Manitoba Co-operative Poultry Marketing Association. Each car had eight decks of coops a center aisle and storage for water and grain. One car went to Montreal and two to Buffalo.
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Manitoba Co-operative Poultry Marketing Association
A. C. McCulloch
Dominion Livestock Branch
Montreal
Buffalo
Local Inspectors Test Pupils in Slummy Scottish District
An inspector of schools in a Scotland city overhears harsh remarks about a day's testing for admission to a mental defect institution. A woman remarks on a girl named Jeanie being examined and not passing, reflecting stigma surrounding the process.
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His
Scotland
Wumman
Jeanie
Bavaria Census Reveals Population 7 398 677
The Bavarian census shows 7,398,677 residents, marking growth of 43 211 since 1919 and 16 119 since gif.
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Bavaria
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Ontario
British Columbia
Wall Street Financial Journal
Agguet
CPR
CNR
Western Trust Company
Obedeon’s Bay Co
United States Bureau of Inmileration
Canadian Prairies
United Stata
Hudson’s Day
U. S
Bayer
Baersix Te Teede Gark
Ueticacidester
SLES
Hedds
U. S. Navy
Dr. Williams
Dodds
Aidne
Hamilton
Mizard
Amundsen
Ben Shining Scholar
Germany
Nimrods
Manitoba Poultry
Eastern Pourts
Pacis
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