World Happenings Briefly Told
Emigrant traffic from Germany to Canada during the coming season should reach unprecedented proportions says White Star-Dominion Line officials. In two years ending March 21, 1923, veterans farming under the soldier settlement board rose by 3 541. totals show 27 443 at March 31 1921 and 25 984 at the end of the last fiscal year. Alberta lawmakers express gratitude to Dr J H H Collip for insulin discovery. An offer of 100 000 pounds for proprietary rights to a British medical journal is reported, with prohibitions supporters aiming to use it for propaganda.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
Canada
White Star-Dominion Line
Soldier Settlement Board
March
Baby's Own Tablets Promise Restful Sleep for Children
An advertisement claims healthy children sleep well while sickly ones are cross. It promotes Baby's Own Tablets as a gentle laxative that regulates bowels, calms the stomach, and aids sleep. Sold for 25 cents a box, postage paid from Dr Williams Medicine Co. Brockville. Also notes tax changes and a separate jab about a brute on bed coverings and a daily dyspepsia pitch.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Williams’ Medicine Co
Brockville
British Capital Brings Dominion Tar and Paper to Canada
An announcement states that the Earl of Innomore VC and Sir Harold Reoiton have leased five acres from the harbor board for 21 years for the Dominion Tar and Paper Company. A $256,000 factory will be built on the site as part of a coast to coast chain with sites already secured in Montreal, Winnipeg, and Vancouver.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Toronto
Earl of Innomore, VC
Harold Reoiton
E!fect
Harbor Board
Deeminion Tar and Paper Company
Montreal
Winnipeg
Vancouver
Canadian Pacific Railway Improves Freight and Passenger Facilities
In anticipation of growing immigration and traffic, the Canadian Pacific Railway will proceed with its usual programme of improvements. The betterments will add facilities to handle freight and passenger traffic efficiently and no expenditures will occur without such purpose.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canadian Pacific Railway
Putnam’s Painless Corn Exactor Promoted in Ad
An advertisement touts Putnam's Painless Corn Exactor as a fast remedy for corns. It claims sworn success in lifting corns quickly and urges buyers to refuse substitutes priced at 25e everywhere.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jones
Smith
Trade Growth in Canadian Canals and January Balance
1925 canal traffic rose 1 196 261 tons 11 percent from 1922 figures. St Lawrence vessels up 591 327 tons while US steamers fell 269 968. January trade shows a favorable balance over 3 million dollars with exports 369 575 167 and imports 466 468 069. Oil of the People Dr Thomas Electric Oil remains popular improving yearly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bureau of Statistics
St. Lawrence Canals
United States
Dr. Hamilton's Pills Promise Clear Complexion
An advertisement claims pimples and all skin eruptions stem from kidney and liver failure and that Dr Hamilton's Pills cleanse the system, smooth the skin, restore rosy cheeks, and give a clear dainty complexion.
Dr Hamiltons Pills Ad Claims Health Benefit
For foot looks, good health and good spirits, the ad promotes Dr Hamiltons Pills as a sure remedy. It lists 25 cent boxes with a deal of five for ten dollars and notes availability from all dealers or The Catarrhozene Co. in Montreal.
Alberta Coal Output in 1923 Totals 6,866,924 Tons
The provincial mines branch annual report shows Alberta produced 6,866,924 tons in 1923. Of this amount 1,382,758 tons went to Alberta consumption and 3,110,121 tons were sold to railway companies. Exports to other provinces and the United States totaled 1,937,753 and 83,557 tons respectively. Since 1886 Alberta mines have produced 69,819,510 tons valued around 121,715,815 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alberta
United States
Dominion
Railways Buy Steel Rails to Bolster Canadian Industry
The Canadian National Railways placed large rail orders to bolster purchases and reduce unemployment. The British Empire Steel Corporation will supply 56 000 tons of 85 10-pound rails, and Algoma Steel Company 40 000 tons of 50 and 140-pound rails. Deliveries will rehabilitate trunk and branch lines across the system.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
Canadian National Railways
British Empire Steel Corporation
Sydney
Cape Breton
Algoma Steel Company
Sault Ste Marie
North America
Dominion
Vernon Fruit Union elects three to Associated Growers directorate
At a special general meeting of the Vernon Fruit Union Messrs A T Howe and Hembling were re elected three representatives to the Associated Growers of British Columbia directorate. The year’s report notes 22995 000 bones of fruit shipped to Manitoba Saskatchewan Alberta and 627 cars to the United Kingdom. An additional 108 cars went to foreign markets including Holland Belgium Scandinavia China Africa New Zealand and Mexico. The report urged direct representation of the Associated Growers in Great Britain.
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Vernon Fruit Union
Messrs
A. T Howe
Hembling
Associated Growers of
British Columbia
Manitooa
Saskatchewan
Alberta
United Kingdom
Holland
Belgium
Scandinavia
China
Africa
New Zealand
Mexico
Great Britain
Clark's Spaghetti Luncheon Dish Promoted in Ad Copy
An advertisement extols Clark's Spaghetti with Tomato Sauce and Cheese as an ideal luncheon dish and Lent substitute. The copy urges readers the Clark Kitchens can assist. A separate quip notes a woman puzzled by a man’s fuss over a missing button.
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Clark
Westward Grain Movement Reaches Record Pace
Alberta grain movement to the Pacific Coast reported by Canadian Pacific officials as of the season’s start shows 11,615 cars shipped to the coast, about 17 000 bushels per car.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alberta
Pacific
Canadian Pacific
Oil Refinery Planned at Lethbridge by McDonald Wells Owners
Reports indicate a new oil refinery will be built at Lethbridge funded by Vancouver capital. The McDonald Sweet Grass No. 3 and No. 4 wells currently produce about 500 barrels and backers push the venture forward.
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Lethbridge
McDonald Sweetgrass
Vancouver Capital
When a girl says she is never going to get married
A witty remark contrasts vows with financial boasting, suggesting serious commitments are rarely final. The line implies skepticism about true intentions in relationships and money.
Longing Hearts Align With Practical Pursuit
The saying links inner desire with outward action, suggesting that what the heart seeks can be achieved through careful planning and skilled effort. It emphasizes harmony between emotion, intellect, and action to realize goals.
European Tour For Educationists to Europe and Olympic Sites
Canadian educators and students will tour Great Britain and the continent aboard the White Star Dominion liner Regina, sailing from Montreal June 21 to Liverpool. The itinerary includes Leamington, Oxford, London, Wembley, Zeebrugge, Brussels, Paris, and Le Havre, with Olympic Games events in Paris. Return voyage aboard the Doric to Canada.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canadian National Railways
Canada
Great Britain
Continent
Dominion
White Star Dominion Line
Earl B. Hubbell
Montreal
White Star Dominion
Regina
Atlantic
Liverpool
Leamington
Here Is What A Mother Says About Dodd's Kidney Pills
Mrs G B Albert of Le Honthellier New Brunswick testifies that her six year old daughter Magdalen suffered severe headache heart trouble and poor sleep before taking two boxes of Dodd's Kidney Pills. She reports relief and improved health. The pills are marketed as a kidney remedy aiding kidney function and blood cleanliness to treat backache diabetes rheumatism dropsy urinary troubles heart disease and related ailments.
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G. B. Albert
Dodd
le Honthellier
N.B
Magdalen
Canadian Pacific scheme expands year round farm help
Farmers shift to permanent year round labor as the Canadian Pacific Railway expands its immigration program. Applications from Canadian farmers rise as experienced agricultural workers are placed with farms, reducing seasonal hires and keeping wages in Canada. The system, proven successful last year, becomes a permanent feature, linking European labor supply to Canadian farmers through the CP Railway network.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canadian Pacific Railway
Canada
Europe
Canadian Pacific
Sermon Focus Question Arises Over Collection Money
A brief observation notes concern about where a preacher's attention lies during sermons. The comment questions whether sermon quality suffers if the preacher is focused on collecting funds.
Canadian Flour Costs Spark Tariff Commission Debate
Washington dispatch reports Canadian flour millers urged the tariff commission to maintain current duties on wheat and flour. They argued U S costs exceed Canada by about 16 cents per hundred pounds, and a higher wheat duty could widen Canada’s price advantage, threatening U S millers. Canadian total costs for wheat feeds ran 95 cents in Canada versus $1.11 in the United States.
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Washington, D.C
Tariff Commission
New York
United States
London
Minneapolis
West Indies
South
Central America
Canada
Broadening the Mental Horizon
The text urges using others perspectives to grow. It emphasizes not overrelying on one’s own head but mixing thoughts with fellow men. The message highlights learning from others, valuing their experiences and knowledge to aid progress.
Worm Powders Told to Help Child Health
Article urges mothers to treat children with Miller's Worm Powders for internal parasites in stomach and bowels. It claims worms sap vitality retard growth and threaten life if untreated while promising relief and calm for mothers.
British Columbia Firm Wins Sudan Railway Ties Contract
The Sudan government, via Capt. E. C. Midwinter, accepts a tender from a BC firm for 156000 railway ties of Douglas fir. The contract requires Canadian origin ties.
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B.C
Egypt
Sudan
E. C. Midwinter
British Columbia
Getting the Effect Bride to butcher
A Life magazine snippet highlights a humorous ad voice asking what roast pairs with a flawless blue and white dinner service, then shifts to a Minard's Liniment advertisement for sprains.
Prince a Symbol of Duty in Empire Wear
The Prince of Wales stands as a lay figure enabling a global supply chain of fashion for the British Empire. He performs his role with grace and verve, avoiding ridicule and meeting the world’s gaze in a half demure yet charming manner as observers note.
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Prince of Wales
Cincinnati Times-Star
How do lawyers measure fees as Life wit suggests
A witty remark notes that a lawyer measures fees by the Client’s wallet, not by formal scales. The quip implies legal billing is driven by payment willingness rather than standard rates.
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Gernofan
3. HH. Collip
University of Alberta
Carter
Carters
Will Guild
Thomas
Prairie Provinces
Minard
Doric
Canadian National Railway
Wremer
Teld Chun ‘smoRixe
Acaw Merild
Imperial Tobacco CO. OF Canada Limited
Prince
Dominion Express
Mother Seigel
Girson
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