British Airship Combine Aims Transatlantic Air Service
London reports a proposed alliance of major aviation firms to establish commercial air liners to America and beyond. The plan envisions ships of about 3.5 million cubic feet with 4,500 mile range carrying cargo and mails. critics note passenger capacity and cost issues. A larger 10 million cubic foot vessel could cut costs and enable a bi weekly New York service, needing about £5 million in capital.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
England
America
South Africa
General Seely
Air Ministry
Pour Parlers
Vickers
Armstrong-Whitworths
Beardimores
Shortt’s
Scandinavia
New York
Capetown
Fruidie
Fresh Skater Encounter at the Rink
A brief scene on the ice shows a sudden cropper interrupting a young lady gliding past as she brushes off the fall and notes the interaction is not a long-standing acquaintance.
There Are Two Sides To Every Question
Quote on marriage as a one sided affair with broader reflection. The line hints at gender or perspective in relationships, implying imbalance in partnership dynamics and questioning fairness within union expectations.
Australian censorship shields troop movements at sea
Australian newspapers followed strict wartime rules on troop flow while Senator Pearce reveals the Sydney and the Emden episode shows German captain von Muller sought newspapers to track transports but remained uncertain as the Sydney vanished from sight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Australia
Pearce
Defence
Sydney
Emden
Cocos Island
von Muller
Overseas Visitors Plans Being Made for Rush of Visitors
The British Hospitality League in London plans to coordinate lodging for international visitors during the coming tourist season. In cooperation with YMCA and Anglo American groups, it will use existing YMCA housing listings in London and provinces. League reps will assist at principal ports and railway stations to help visitors find lodging.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
British Hospitality League
London
League
Young Men's Christian Association
YM. C.A
Saskatchewan Regulates Women Workers In Hotels And Restaurants
Minimum wage board sets 48 hour week for women in hotels restaurants and amusements in Saskatchewan with shifts not ending between midnight and 7 am. Experienced workers get 14 dollars weekly after a three month apprenticeship at 12 dollars weekly. Minors under 18 barred from late shifts. board and lodging deductions capped at 3.25 dollars or 2.50 dollars weekly. Uniforms to be supplied and laundered. The Yukon River in Yukon Territory spans 2 300 miles and drains 145 800 square miles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Saskatchewan
Wood Pulp Mission Ends in Canada by Halli Caine
Halli Caine of London England son of Sir Hall Caine arrived on the Empress of France in Canada. He travels for a group of seven large English newspapers to secure wood pulp supply and to explore obtaining a pulp cutting property and arrangement to ship pulp to England for manufacture.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hall Caine
Halli Caine
London
England
Sir Hall Caine
France
Canada
Catarrhozone Promises Quick Cold Relief
An ad touts Catarrhozone as a pleasant inhaled antiseptic to treat colds and catarrh. It claims relief of congestion and cough, healing inflamed surfaces, and curing catarrh and bronchitis with a guaranteed quick effect. Available as a $1.00 two month supply or 50c small bottle from Kingston Ontario dealers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Catarrhozone Co
Kingston
Ont
Canada
France to Help Finance China In Emergency Loan
France joins American and Japanese financiers in a 7 million dollar emergency loan to China for government operations in the new year. France to provide a quarter of the total while the others cover three-eighths each.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
France
China
America
Japan
Sloan's Liniment for Nerve Pain Relief
A brief ad touts Sloan's Liniment to penetrate nerves when applied without rubbing, soothing external pains including neuritis and sciatica. It recommends a large bottle for family use and notes prices 35c 70c and 1.40, made in Canada.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sloan
Canada
Imitation Comment Sparks Stark Self‑Assessment
At an amateur show a performer imitates a famous actor who attends. The young man asks for the star’s opinion on the impersonation. The reply is blunt one of them is rotten. An old bachelor admits he cannot take care of others and prefers independence.
Whaling Season Prep In Victoria Shows Strong Start
Victoria BC crews repair the fleet as Consolidated Whaling Company plans mid month hull cleaning and mid April sea trials. Eight steamers will hunt in BC waters with bases at Kyuquot Rose Harbor and Naden Harbor. Whales remain plentiful and oil demand strong signaling another successful season.
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Victoria
British Columbia
Consolidated Whaling Company
George le Marquand
Kyuquot
Rose Harbor
Naden Harbor
Archimedes Led The Screw Propeller Move On Thames
The dialogue notes a clever feat by a boy named Reggie and recalls the Archimedes, the first vessel with a screw propeller, built on the Thames in 1838. The exchanges mix humorous banter with a brief historical reference.
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Archmedes
The
Thames
Woman credits Dodd's Kidney Pills for full recovery
Mrs. Frank Kargus of Lynedoch Ontario says kidney troubles left her bedridden and weak for over a year. After two doctors failed, Dodd's Kidney Pills restored her energy, sleep, and ability to do housework, prompting her to urge neighbors to try the remedy. A Manitoba Teachers’ Association note warns of declining male teachers, with salaries dropping since 1900.
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Lynedoch
Dodd
Tynedoch
Wolfe
Ont
Frank Kargus
Private with Red Hair Challenges Loading Gun
In a training camp early in the war an officer finds a private with a round, red head and a gun he insists is loaded. The private argues the gun isn’t empty, prompting a tense exchange about proper handling.
Apple Pie Remark Leads to Culinary Confusion
An irate patron reports finding an apple core, shoestring, and collar button in an apple pie ordered. The exchange highlights a tense moment as expectations clash over quality.
Canada Post Surplus Report Shows Revenue Gain in 1918 19
The postmaster-general’s report to Parliament notes a revenue surplus of about 2 million dollars for 1918 19 with net revenue of 21,602,712.62 and expenditures of 1,227,026.04. Surplus over expenditures totals 2,329,128.71. By March 31, 1919 there were 12,290 post offices in operation. 130 new ones opened and 462 closed, amid rural delivery expansion, totaling 3,705 offices.
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House of Commons
Dominion
Spring Weather Hazards for Baby
The Canadian spring brings alternating mild and blustery days that irritate infants. Overheated homes and poor ventilation cause colds and stomach troubles in babies, prompting mothers to seek relief. Baby's Own Tablets are advertised to regulate digestion and prevent minor childhood illnesses at 25 cents a box from The Dr. Williams' Medicine Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Williams’ Medicine Co
Brockville
Ont
Preacher forgets what he vowed to recall mid sermon
A famous preacher pauses a stirring address and confesses he cannot recall what he intended to say. After a long moment he admits to the astonished congregation that he cannot remember the promised thought.
Canada closes Vladivostok trade office in Russia
Ottawa reports chaotic conditions in Russia lead to closing of the Canadian Trade Commissioner office at Vladivostok. This ends the last Canadian trade post in Russia after Petrograd and Omsk closures due to Bolshevik advances. Notable reports had issued from Vladivostok office.
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Ottawa
Russia
Vladivostok
Petrograd
Omsk
A Good Reputation Is A Valuable Possession
A strong reputation is presented as priceless, contrasted with the option to mortgage it being unavailable. The piece emphasizes integrity and long term trust over rapid financial gains.
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Minard
Yukon River
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Wood Pulp
Caspian Sea
Rome
Pliny
Loan
Waters
Reggie
Ferry
Percy
S. H. Forrest
Manitoba Teachers’ Association
Manitoba
William Rogers
Rogers
Niagara Falls, Ont
the Dominion
Gouraud
T. Hopkins & Son
Montre
Ince G'S
Shiloh
Bayer
Ccept
Manue
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