Earl of Dundonald to Lead Canadian Militia in Britain Link
The article profiles Major-General O'Grady and the Earl of Dundonald as key figures in British and Canadian military circles. It notes Dundonald’s expected arrival at Nairfax and his planned transfer to oversee Canadian militia duties, with mention of his Boer War service and a family tie to a Welsh heiress. The piece also references Abergele efforts to foster resort development and improve local amenities.
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Great Britain
Earl of
Fap
Tare Imadonald
Jax
Heanty
Heskeths
Mor
Abergele
Gwyrote
Vo Thamh
Lonwilh
Cntanald
Peete
Lifebuoy Soap and Vegetable Pills Featured In Ad Copy
An advertisement extols Lifebuoy Soap as a strong medical safeguard against infectious diseases. It promotes T Armelee's Vegetable Pills for stomach and liver derangements and implies they energize the body. The ad also hints at weight and height concerns for a spinster seeking taller stature.
Minard's Liniment Heals Mare Wounds and Regrows Hair
A mare suffered cuts and bruises after catching a wire fence. After trying various medicines, Dr. Bell recommended Minard's Liniment diluted initially and then stronger. Within three weeks, the sores healed and hair grew back healthy, not white as often seen in horse wounds. F. M. Doucet notes the effectiveness.
Parmeleo's Wil They Promises Quick Health Fix
A dubious medical claim targets men and families with promises from Parmeleo's Wil They. It claims to cleanse stomachs and bowels, purify excretory vessels and blood, and cure bilious derangements. The ad hints at universal usefulness and implied restoration of lost health.
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Fiver
Ague
Parmeleo
Fragmented Notice of Rewards and Miscellany
Fragmented OCR text references a reward offer and legal language for HayeS and a Toledo druggist firm. It mentions a signal of transactions and obligations, with stray lines about wholesale druggists and a humorous or moral aside about truth and prudence.
Halcyon Springs Named Best Canadian Cure Spot
Halcyon Springs in British Columbia is advertised as the best Canadian spring for rheumatism kidney and liver ailments with unmatched medicinal qualities. The site offers a fine hotel, excellent fishing and hunting and is described as an ideal retreat for invalids.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
Persistent Myths on First Kiss Across Social Lines
The passage notes a troubling view that a girl can only lose her first kiss once, reflecting rigid social judgments around romance. It highlights gendered expectations and the harsh scrutiny faced by women in matters of affection and propriety.
Healey’s Own Tablets For Little Ones Health
Health note promotes Healey’s Own Tablets for infants and children to relieve colic digestion and stomach troubles. Testimonial from Mrs. R. L. McFarlane of Bristol Que praises Baby’s Own Tablets for babies three months old and older. Sold by dealers at 25c a box or by post from Dr Williams Medicine Co Brockville Ont Schnectady N Y. Colliers were slaves in England up to 1775.
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Healey
R. L. McFarlane
Bristol
Que
Dr. Williams’ Medicine Co
Brockville
Ont
Schnectady
N.Y
Minard’s Liniment and Random Observations Chronicle
A compilation of curious statements on science history and daily life. Highlights include notes on dog ubiquity, olive trees underwater longevity, artillery strength, Oxford degree rules, obituary humor, blood circulation discovery, chimney sway, Jewish marriage custom, milk contamination, and thrift expectations.
Religious group warns against anarchist threats
United Presbyterian statements condemn anarchist activity and urge adherence to God’s law and Christian living as a defense against radical influence. The wording reflects a call for lawful behavior and moral stance against disruption.
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United Presbyterian
Breakfast Muffins Lighter Add Rice Cupful
A cupful of cold boiled rice may be added to the breakfast muffin batter. The muffins will be lighter and better for this adjustment.
Manitoba Wheat and Grain Prices Steady Amid Low Trade
Manitoba wheat markets show weak export demand with little buying. American prices strengthen while Manitoba values hold: hard 74 4c, northern 72c, 2 northern 70c in store Fort William Port Arthur. Oats and barley trade light. butter cheese eggs and meat prices listed. futures for July not yet strong.
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Manitoba
Fort William
Port Arthur
Liverpool
Northern
Glenora
Alberta
Winnipeg
Deakins
Minneapolis
Two Letters Endure: Cure for Kidney Ailment Cited
St Marys Ferry Nova Scotia reports Thomas Harrison writing to Dodd’s Medicine Co to praise Dodd’s Kidney Pills. He describes severe kidney pain, weakness, and weight loss, passes a bladder stone, and says after three boxes he is completely cured with six months symptom free. A second letter in 1902 confirms no relapse.
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St. Mary's Ferry
N. B
Thomas Harrison
Place
Dodd’s Medicine Co
Toronto
Dodd
Judd
Cattle and Livestock Market Report Highlights Low Supplies
The market is bare of cattle with only poor offerings and prices from 5 to 54 cents off the tare. Yearling stockers reach up to 16 dollars, two year olds 20 to 22 dollars. Sheep trade ranges 5 cents to 5 dollars per pound off cars. lambs similar. Hogs fetch 150 to 250 pounds at Winnipeg and vary by weight. Milch cows scarce with good milkers at 35 to 45 dollars each. Horses in strong demand with Ontario supply. prices high.
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Winnipeg
Ontario
Curran and Sir Boyle Roche in Irish Commons Sparring
The piece recalls the long running clash between Curran and Sir Boyle Roche. Roche boasted of his English and titled in law family ties while Curran quipped about hypothetical heirs. The rivals exchanged barbs in the Irish house of commons revealing both wit and frequent clashes.
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Curran
Sir Boyle Roche
Sir Boyle
Qoche
House of Commons
Missionary Bible Translations Reach Vast Circulation
Of 478 Bible translations, 456 created by missionaries. Annual mission literature circulation exceeds 3.25 million volumes, mostly parts, with about 95 thousand complete Bibles.
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Mission Acld i
Potatoes Wrapped For Fluffy Baked Finish
For perfect baked potatoes wrap them when done, let steam escape, then press with a towel until they burst softly for a fluffy interior and crisp skin.
Giant Lobelias Tower Like Palm Trees in Abyssinia
Describes Abyssinian lobelias growing fifteen to twenty feet tall and resembling palm trees from a distance, contrasting with the familiar blue lobelia garden annual.
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Abyssinia
Brilliant Mosquitoes Color Swamp Varieties Brightly
Mosquitoes living in swamps and damp woods exhibit brighter coloring than those that inhabit human dwellings, according to observations describing their vivid hues and habitat differences.
Salad of cold potatoes with oil vinegar and beets
Cold potatoes sliced and dressed with salt pepper oil and vinegar form an excellent salad. If possible add beet root and celery. garnish with chopped parsley for color and aroma.
Beggars' Exchange Formed by New York Professionals
The professional beggars of New York are said to have formed a combination with a clearing house bureau and a regular schedule of assessments commissions and percentages.
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Beggars’ Exchange
New York
Brown Maiden Speech Attacks Grain Tax as Protective Yet Free Trade Aligned
Mr G M Brown of Edinburgh Central in his maiden Commons speech denounces a registration tax on grain as superficially free trade while guaranteed to be protective. He warns it shifts costs to consumers, raises price volatility in lean years, and risks colonial preferences. He urges full free trade and cites the need to resist colonial tariff pressures.
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Times
House of Commons
George M. Brown
Geo. Brown
Toronto
G. M. Brown
Edinburgh
Central
Hear
New Canadian Militia Commander Praised by Dundonald
The Saturday Review notes Lord Dundonald confirms a new Canadian militia commander after his South African service. It highlights Canadians’ battlefield devotion and links to ancestral British leadership in North America and 1812 under British supremacy.
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Canada
Lord Dundonald
South Africa
North Africa
North America
Saturday Review
Wild Pigeon Near Extinction Reported by Museum
The American Museum Journal notes the wild pigeon is nearly extinct as it struggles to obtain 12 specimens for its collection. A few years ago these birds were abundant at feeding grounds in the Middle and Western States, but now specimens are almost unobtainable. The commissioner recalls times when flocks rested in Canadian beech trees. No clear explanation for their virtual disappearance has been given.
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American Museum Journal
Thebes Glassmakers’ Staining Craft in Ancient Trade
Thebes artisans of forty centuries ago mastered glass staining and produced stained glass in great abundance, contributing richly to trade and craft of their era.
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Thebes
Canadas Art Encouragement proposal discussed in Parliament
Sir Wilfrid Laurier expressed regret over limited government support for native artists and floated a plan to adorn walls with paintings that recount Canadian history and honor Canadian artists. He referenced France's Grand Prix de Rome as a model and urged government action with support from Mr. Borden if possible.
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Forbes
Wilfrid Laurier
Dominion
Mr. Borden
Canada
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Hayes
T & CO
Toledo
Iimonials
Valuchtless
Subine
Shiloh
S.C. Werrs & Co
Can
Kari
Halcyon Hot Springs
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Liniment Lomberman
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Renal
Ansrecht
Market Review
St. Mary’s Ferry
Yours Truly, Thomas Harrison
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the Prince OF Wales
Ogilvie
Ogilvie’s
Bible Translations
Monster Lobelias
Miles & CO
Montreal
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the Globe
North Bay
Lor Esson
Page Wire Fence Co., Limited
Watkarville
Ross & Ross
May
M.P
God
Palmo CO
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Hambly
Man
Mgr
Canada and Art
Sir Wilfrid Laurier
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