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Newspaper
Hamiota Echo
Location
Hamiota, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Apr 01, 1920
Page
6
Specialists say many stomach complaints lack a true ailment. Dr Hamilton's Pills are touted as a reliable vegetable remedy that tones the bowels and aids digestion. The ad claims quick effects, better meals, improved looks and relief from headaches, constipation, and indigestion. A box costs 25 cents.
Edmonton and Alberta see unprecedented snow totals this winter with 64.5 inches statewide and Southern Alberta at 39.6 inches by mid February. Outlook favors a strong crop year as chinooks melt snow into soil and spring moisture is reported to be the best since 1916, boosting farmer expectations for profitable yields despite possible later weather setbacks.
Explorers uncover the name Houei T'ze revealed by a sandstorm that wrecked walls in Chin. The figure donated libraries to the people in the fifth century, highlighting early Chinese philanthropy.
The article notes extensive talc deposits on Vancouver Island and the BC mainland along the Pacific Great Eastern Railway. It cites 1918 Canadian production over 18 000 tons with crude talc selling at 3.50 to 5.00 per ton and ground product at about 14 per ton, mostly shipped to the United States or Canada. It highlights talc’s diverse uses from paper filler to cosmetics, paints, medical tablets, and sanitary applications, and mentions high grade French talc imported to the United States at 86 per ton for 47 tons.
Edmonton Aircraft Company proposes a two-machine service carrying four passengers and freight between Calgary Edmonton with two daily trips. Calgary Edmonton fare is 40 dollars, two hours. Edmonton Peace River trips take three hours and cost 60 dollars. A Calgary competitor and talks to merge aim to avoid overlap and share a common aerodrome, potentially creating the continent's best commercial air service.
A British firm returns 3000 bales of cotton to the United States to avoid exchange losses as it shifts from British to American paper for payment. The New York Globe says the rule of self interest disrupts social order and sparks a silent duel between American exporters and English importers.
A reflective line compares a man driven by thirst to a woman burdened by a secret nobody dares reveal, highlighting hidden desires and social tensions in a concise cultural observation.
The Regina Post reports a major oil firm plans extensive surveys in Saskatchewan and Alberta with early year test wells. Leases of vast land tracts are being arranged where traces exist or are expected to be found as belief grows in regional oil potential tied to coal seams.
The article reflects on the empire as a unified political system bound by the throne. It notes the shift from a Mother Country view to Dominion equality within the British Empire. The Prince warns Britain to grasp that Dominion patriotism means loyalty to British institutions and the global empire, not mere allegiance to Britain.
Dr J W Robertson former Canadian fuel controller told the Montreal board of trade that production must rise to meet world demand. He warned of two years before grains and other staples catch up with consumption, leaving a modest reserve for next year. He cited Britain’s import losses from Canadian wheat and said high living costs stem from shortages and fear of continued scarcity. He urged increased production and saving as remedies.
Phillip Gibbs notes General Currie, commander of the Canadian army in Flanders, as a surgeon like leader who cut to the heart of things. Gibbs portrays Currie’s immense frame, stern yet softened eyes, and calls him a capable real estate agent turned soldier, free of red tape and tradition.
A freighter under construction for the United States Shipping Board will be named the William F. Cody to honor Buffalo Bill the famed scout and plainsman. The vessel commemorates the late showman who became a national symbol of the American West.
A concise quip notes that certain subjects are beyond mere common sense, highlighting wit over expectation. The line implies sharp speech and social judgment, reflecting cultural attitudes of politeness and provocation.
A narrative notes a girl chooses marriage to escape solitary evenings but finds herself still facing solitude after the wedding. The line emphasizes the persistence of loneliness despite a life change.
Crost and Brothers, seed growers, seed on Vancouver Island for English and Irish houses. They prepare six acres at Duncan with seven to eight local growers taking four more. British firms have sent seed stocks for very new and rare varieties.
British Columbia berry growers foresee a large 1920 season with strong production and finances. Gordon Head district contracts total 250 tons of strawberries for jam factories at 20 cents per pound. Buyers in lower Mainland and Vancouver Island survey the market and bid for the planned harvest.
Diner recalls ordering long ago but the waiter admits forgetting it and offers to change the order since it would be out of season now. Boston Transcript.
CHAS E SHARP of Hawkshaw New Brunswick attests on September 1 1905 that Minard's Liniment is unequalled and a sure cure for croup based on his experience with the product.
A lion in a jungle makes a bounding jump of 23 feet or 30 feet from a stationary start. This observation notes the animal's sudden movement capability in its habitat.
The Agricultural Gazette asserts Canada leads Imperial industry and must aid the Empire in battle and progress. It argues Canada’s central, near position imposes duty to forward grandeur and stability of Britain and its dominions through industrial leadership and opportunity.
Alberta government closes contract for a reinforced concrete two storey and basement Calgary telephone building costing 67000 dollars. Structure designed to bear a possible third storey. The text ends with an unrelated quote about busybodies.
An old time promotional piece touts Cascarets as a safe overnight remedy for bilious symptoms. It warns against harsh physics and promises waking relief from stomach, liver, and bowel discomfort without gripe or shock.
A heifer calf owned by Chas. G. Beeching of De Winton Alberta won fourth prize in a class of seventy at a Chicago show. Bred in Alberta the calf is described as one of the finest of its class and stood above the first prize calf from the December International Livestock Show. The animal later sold for $2,000.
Italian automobile engineers have created the world's largest airplane motor described as a twelve cylinder design delivering 720 horsepower.
An advertising notice touts a Canadian made external pain reliever for rheumatic aches stiffness sprains and neuralgic pains. It promises fast relief without rubbing and lists prices 35c 70c and 1.40. Available at all drug stores.
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